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Yes old sadellites do fall from space but they can't fall back down to earth because the atmosphere is in the way so they will just float back into space into nowhere really. so if you were worried don't worry.

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Why are old satellites brought back from space?

Unless they are especially valuable or designed to be returned, they aren't "brought back". They simply fall back as their orbit slows relative to the earth due to drag from gravity, magnetic fields, dust and gas. To keep a satellite in orbit permanently it would have to be moved up periodically (some can do this on their own). Sometimes satellites run out of the fuel they need to have their orbits adjusted to keep them in the right place. Geostationary satellites need to be moved every two weeks.


Why don't satellites fly into space?

Satellites, by definition, are in orbit. Which means that they're circling their host (planet). IF you were to increase their speed enough, they would. (And if you slowed it enough, then they would fall to the ground.)


Where does space junk come from?

Space junk comes from defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and debris from spacecraft collisions or explosions. Over time, these objects break apart and create smaller fragments that continue to orbit Earth. The accumulation of space junk poses a threat to operational satellites and space missions in Earth's orbit.


Where does the Space junk that orbits the Earth come from?

Space junk that orbits the Earth comes from a variety of sources, including defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and debris produced from collisions or explosions in space. It can also be caused by fragments from disintegration, erosion, and other debris-producing events. Over time, this space debris poses a threat to functioning satellites and spacecraft in orbit.


What does the word space debris mean?

Space debris refers to man-made objects in orbit around Earth that no longer serve a useful purpose. These objects can include old satellites, rocket stages, and fragments from spacecraft collisions. Space debris poses a risk to operational satellites and spacecraft in orbit.

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What happens to old satellites?

Old satellites orbiting near the Earth eventually fall back into the atmosphere and burn. Satellites orbiting farther away stay in orbit indefinitely.


What are the uses of old satellites?

Old satellites that are in orbit and still powered continue to perform their function. Old satellites that have no power and are still in orbit have no use. Those that fall from orbit have no use as the are destroyed on reentry. Old satellites that have never been launched could be used as museum exhibits.


Why are old satellites brought back from space?

Unless they are especially valuable or designed to be returned, they aren't "brought back". They simply fall back as their orbit slows relative to the earth due to drag from gravity, magnetic fields, dust and gas. To keep a satellite in orbit permanently it would have to be moved up periodically (some can do this on their own). Sometimes satellites run out of the fuel they need to have their orbits adjusted to keep them in the right place. Geostationary satellites need to be moved every two weeks.


Why don't satellites fly into space?

Satellites, by definition, are in orbit. Which means that they're circling their host (planet). IF you were to increase their speed enough, they would. (And if you slowed it enough, then they would fall to the ground.)


Are space satellites input or output devices?

are space satellites input or output devices


Where does space junk come from?

Space junk comes from defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and debris from spacecraft collisions or explosions. Over time, these objects break apart and create smaller fragments that continue to orbit Earth. The accumulation of space junk poses a threat to operational satellites and space missions in Earth's orbit.


Where does the Space junk that orbits the Earth come from?

Space junk that orbits the Earth comes from a variety of sources, including defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and debris produced from collisions or explosions in space. It can also be caused by fragments from disintegration, erosion, and other debris-producing events. Over time, this space debris poses a threat to functioning satellites and spacecraft in orbit.


What does the word space debris mean?

Space debris refers to man-made objects in orbit around Earth that no longer serve a useful purpose. These objects can include old satellites, rocket stages, and fragments from spacecraft collisions. Space debris poses a risk to operational satellites and spacecraft in orbit.


How many satellites are there in Malaysia?

Satellites are in space not in countries.


Does satellites never expire in the space?

ther are 4 satellites


How many satallite are in space?

There are thousands of satellites currently in space, used for various purposes such as communication, weather monitoring, navigation, and scientific research. The exact number can fluctuate as new satellites are launched and old ones are decommissioned.


What country got the US interested in space?

The old Soviet Union. first with satellites, then with manned spaceflight.