5.2 (2) GRAVITY AND SATELLITES

Scientists have used what they know about natural satellites to design and make satellites. These satellites are called

There are many artificial satellites which orbit the ............. .

What is an artificial satellite?

How does an artificial satellite manage to travel from Earth into Space?

How does an artificial satellite keep in orbit

around Earth?

4. Look at the photograph of the artificial satellite.

what is providing the power to keep it moving?

3. What type of satellite is a communication satellite?

A communication satellite is an ________ satellite.

a. What is a natural satellite?

What is a natural satellite?

A natural satellite is a body in space that orbits a larger body.

b. Give an example.

What is an artificial satellite?