LOOKING AT THE WEATHER

The video discusses the advanced satellite earth station in Hong Kong, built by Marconi for cable and wireless communications. It highlights the station's ability to withstand typhoon winds and its role in global communication using the Intelsat III satellite. Additionally, the video explores the use of satellites in weather forecasting, with Hawker Sidleys providing the Met Office with automatic picture receiving stations to track weather satellites and improve forecasts.

What is the primary function of the satellite earth station in Hong Kong?

• To withstand typhoon winds

• To track weather patterns

• To provide internet services

• To bounce telephone and live TV signals globally

Which company is supplying the Met Office with picture receiving stations?

• Cable and Wireless

• Marconi

• Hawker Sidleys

• Intelsat

What is the main purpose of the automatic picture receiving stations provided to the Met Office?

• To withstand extreme weather conditions

• To provide live television broadcasts

• To enhance weather forecasting

• To improve internet connectivity

How much area does each satellite image cover?

• Five million square miles

• Two and a half million square miles

• Ten million square miles

• One million square miles

What is a notable feature of the satellite images used in weather forecasting?

• They improve the weather itself

• They show cloud formations clearly

• They can predict earthquakes

• They provide real-time traffic updates