Sneaky Chinese robotic satellite caught red-handed

Sneaky Chinese robotic satellite caught red-handed

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Science, Other, Physics

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the activities of China's SJ21 satellite, which disappeared from its regular orbit and later executed a maneuver to capture a defunct Chinese satellite. This event, tracked by XO Analytic Solutions, raises security concerns for the Pentagon, as it demonstrates China's ability to potentially capture and destroy other satellites.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of XO Analytic Solutions?

To manufacture satellites

To track the position of satellites

To provide internet services

To launch satellites into orbit

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred with the SJ21 satellite on January 22nd?

It was decommissioned

It disappeared from its regular position

It was destroyed

It was launched into space

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the SJ21 satellite's maneuver after it reappeared?

It moved to a higher orbit

It left Earth's orbit

It approached a dead Chinese satellite

It returned to its original position

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the dead satellite after SJ21 captured it?

It was repaired

It was sent back to Earth

It was pushed into a graveyard orbit

It was destroyed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the Pentagon concerned about the capabilities demonstrated by the SJ21 satellite?

It can be used to repair satellites

It can provide global internet coverage

It can potentially capture and destroy American satellites

It can predict weather patterns