Earth Observation and Satellite Data Quiz

What is the significance of monitoring Earth's natural changes?

• To predict weather patterns

• To understand the health of the planet

• To track animal migration

• To measure ocean depths

What has the Landsat program primarily contributed to?

• Space exploration

• Studying the moon's surface

• Understanding Earth's ecosystems

• Mapping ocean currents

What is a unique feature of the Sentinel 2 satellites compared to Landsat?

• They orbit the moon

• They provide more frequent revisits

• They are used for military purposes

• They only capture images at night

What is the main goal of the HLS project?

• To predict volcanic eruptions

• To study marine life

• To combine data from different satellite systems

• To launch new satellites

How does HLS data help in agriculture?

• By optimizing crop yields

• By measuring soil acidity

• By tracking animal populations

• By predicting rainfall

What was a significant finding from the 2020 Boston University study using HLS data?

• Prediction of earthquake occurrences

• Mapping of ocean currents

• Detailed tracking of vegetation growth cycles

• The discovery of a new plant species

What natural event did researchers use HLS data to map in 2022?

• Hurricane Ian

• A tsunami

• A volcanic eruption

• A forest fire

How did HLS data assist in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian?

• By creating a real-time damage map

• By predicting future hurricanes

• By tracking animal migration

• By measuring wind speeds

What is a future goal for HLS data?

• To make data more accessible and actionable

• To replace all other satellite systems

• To explore other planets

• To focus solely on urban areas

What is the potential impact of HLS data on international cooperation?

• It will only benefit the US

• It will enhance cooperation

• It will have no impact

• It will hinder collaboration