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Man-made satellites orbit Earth by balancing gravitational pull and their forward momentum. As a satellite is launched, it is given a high velocity, which allows it to travel in a curved path around the planet. The force of gravity pulls the satellite toward Earth, while its horizontal velocity keeps it from falling directly down, resulting in a stable orbit. Different orbits, such as geostationary or polar, depend on the satellite's altitude and purpose.
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Do the satellites orbit earth in the exosphere?
Satellites orbit Earth in the thermosphere and exosphere, which are the upper layers of the Earth's atmosphere. The exosphere is the outermost layer of the atmosphere where most satellites, particularly those in geostationary orbit, are found.
When was the first manmade satellite put into orbit?
The first manmade satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched into orbit by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957. This event marked the beginning of the space age and the era of artificial satellites.
Do all space satellites stay in the thermosphere?
No. That only applies to low Earth orbit. Geostationary satellites orbit beyond it.
How fast do the satellites orbit the earth?
Faster than you
What force allows satellites to orbit the earth?
Gravity is the force that allows satellites to orbit the Earth. The gravitational pull between the Earth and the satellite causes the satellite to continuously fall towards the Earth while moving forward at a speed that keeps it in orbit.
Where do communications satellites orbit?
Communication satellites orbit around the Earth.Communication satellites orbit around the Earth.Communication satellites orbit around the Earth.Communication satellites orbit around the Earth.
What is the name of the orbit that allows satellites to orbit the earth but yet appear stationary?
The Earth orbit in which satellites appear to be stationary is called the, "Geostationary Orbit". Some call it a synchronous orbit.
Do the satellites orbit earth in the exosphere?
Satellites orbit Earth in the thermosphere and exosphere, which are the upper layers of the Earth's atmosphere. The exosphere is the outermost layer of the atmosphere where most satellites, particularly those in geostationary orbit, are found.
What are natural and artificial satellites?
Natural satellites are organic objects that orbit the earth such as the moon. Artificial satellites are objects humans propel through the earth's atmosphere in order to orbit the earth such as satellites for TV and radio signals.
Do satellites in orbit around Earth continuously fall toward earth?
Satellites orbit the earth for a few years then fall to earth however they are directed to fall to the sea
What are some satellites that orbit earth?
Moon
What kind of satellites orbit the earth?
communication satellites, astronomy, navigation, etc.
When was the first manmade satellite put into orbit?
The first manmade satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched into orbit by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957. This event marked the beginning of the space age and the era of artificial satellites.
Do all space satellites stay in the thermosphere?
No. That only applies to low Earth orbit. Geostationary satellites orbit beyond it.
How satellites stay in orbit?
The reason that satellites stay in orbit around Earth is because of two factors. Velocity and the gravitational pull between the satellite and the Earth.
Are satellites in high earth orbit pulled to earth by gravity?
yes.
Do all satellites orbit the same direction?
No, all satellites do not orbit Earth at the same altitude. An good overview of this can be found on http://www.idirect.net/Company/Satellite-Basics/How-Satellite-Works.aspx. This overview reviews Low Earth Orbit, Medium Earth Orbit and Geostationary Orbits.
