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Drag causes the satellites to drop further into the earth's atmosphere. The further the s/c (spacecraft, in the case of your question, a satellite) dips into the earth's atmosphere the greater the effects of atmospheric drag. Eventually, it can cause the s/c to burn up in the earth's atmosphere.
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In space how can our satellites travel so fast and look so fragile but not be damaged by drag or wind?
Satellites orbit in the thermosphere or exosphere where there is no wind and drag is negligible.
What are the name of satellites of planet Mercury?
There are no known satellites of Mercury.
How do satellites triangulate?
Triangulation of satellites requires three satellites that bank of one another simultaneously.
Are moons satellites?
Yes but they are called natural satellites
Why is it important for satellites to be outside the earths atmosphere?
Satellites need to be out of the earth's atmosphere or the gravity would make them fall to the ground. In space, the satellites are also able to orbit the earth effortlessly because they have less weight.
What atmosphere do artificial satellites orbit?
Artificial satellites orbit primarily in the Earth's atmosphere's upper layers, including the thermosphere and exosphere, where air density is extremely low. While they are above the majority of the atmosphere, some satellites can experience drag from residual atmospheric particles, particularly at lower altitudes. Most satellites operate in orbits ranging from a few hundred kilometers to several thousand kilometers above the Earth's surface, well above the significant atmospheric effects.
How do satellites fall back to Earth?
That will happen if they lose movement energy - usually due to atmospheric drag, if they are not high enough above Earth.
Why are satellites in the exosphere?
Satellites are located in the exosphere because it is the outermost layer of Earth's atmosphere and provides an ideal environment for satellites to orbit without encountering significant atmospheric drag. This allows satellites to continuously orbit the Earth and perform their intended functions, such as communication, Earth observation, and navigation.
What 2 things can be found in the exosphere?
In the exosphere, two things that can be found are very low-density gases like hydrogen and helium, as well as some satellites and space debris due to the lack of atmospheric drag.
Which layer of the atmosphere contains orbiting satellites?
Orbiting satellites are typically found in the thermosphere layer of the atmosphere, which extends from about 80 to 600 kilometers above the Earth's surface. This layer is where the density of gas molecules is low enough for satellites to orbit without experiencing significant atmospheric drag.
What atmospheric layer are satellites in?
Satellites are primarily found in the thermosphere, which is the layer of the Earth's atmosphere located approximately 80 to 600 kilometers (50 to 370 miles) above the surface. Some satellites, especially those in low Earth orbit (LEO), operate within the lower part of the thermosphere, while others, like geostationary satellites, are positioned in the exosphere, which extends above the thermosphere. These layers provide the necessary altitude for satellites to maintain their orbits and avoid significant atmospheric drag.
In space how can our satellites travel so fast and look so fragile but not be damaged by drag or wind?
Satellites orbit in the thermosphere or exosphere where there is no wind and drag is negligible.
What has the author David Lukens Reasoner written?
David Lukens Reasoner has written: 'The Combined Release and Radiation Effects Satellite Program, CRRES' -- subject(s): Extraterrestrial radiation, Remote sensing, Earth sciences, Radiation effects, Atmospheric chemistry, Earth magnetosphere, Earth resources technology satellites, Chemical effects, Artificial satellites, Earth ionosphere
Two atmospheric effects of global warming and ozone holes?
Yes, they are two atmospheric effects. No, they are not related.
What is a sentence for the word drag?
Don't drag my book bag on the floor. Slight atmospheric drag can cause a satellite to slow down and eventually fall back to Earth. Wild horses could not drag me from a good chariot race.
What can cause satellites to fall out of the sky?
Satellites may fall out of the sky because they get too close to Earth. In that case, Earth overwhelmed the power of the satellite's propelling system and slowly but surely dragged the satellite into the Earth's atmosphere.
In what region of the Earth's atmosphere do Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites fly?
Anything up to 2000 km (1240 miles) above sea level. Low earth orbiting satellites can suffer from atmospheric drag at very low altitudes, although there is little gas around at their orbit, there may still be enough to slow the satellite and cause it's orbit to decay. The lowest satellites would be around 300km in altitude, but would not be able to sustain orbit without an occasional boost.
