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What is a satellite?

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An object that moves around a larger object.

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How do polar orbiting weather satellites orbit Earth?

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Close to the Earth.

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Which of the following is a satellite? The Sun, An asteroid, The Moon?

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The Moon.

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What does the navigation system of a satellite do?

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Tracks the satellite's location.

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What does the power system of a satellite do?

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Solar panels supply power to the satellite.

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What is the main purpose of weather satellites?

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To monitor and predict weather conditions.

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What is an example of a natural satellite?

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The Moon.

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What is an artificial satellite?

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A man-made object placed in orbit around Earth or another body.

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How do satellites communicate with Earth?

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Using radio waves.

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What is the role of solar panels on a satellite?

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To convert sunlight into electricity.