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Eyes in the Sky

Short answer: Thousands of active satellites orbit Earth. Communications satellites relay TV, internet and phone signals; navigation constellations such as the U.S.

GPS let receivers calculate their position; weather satellites track clouds and storms; and Earth-observation and science satellites study the climate, land, oceans and space weather. The first artificial satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched in 1957. The footage shows animated Earth and satellites, with the presenter.

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What should you know about Eyes in the Sky?

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  1. Satellites relay TV and phone signals.

    DD-255-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Communications)

  2. Navigation satellites enable GPS.

    DD-255-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (GPS)

Video transcript: Eyes in the Sky: Satellites Carry TV, Internet and Phone Signals

DID YOU KNOW? Satellites are essential to modern life. Orbiting Earth and providing crucial services, they enable global communications, delivering TV, internet, and phone signals worldwide. Satellites also play a key role in navigation systems like GPS, helping us find our way. In weather forecasting, satellites monitor climate patterns and track storms, keeping us informed and safe. Additionally, they assist in scientific research, studying everything from space weather to environmental changes on Earth. Whether for communication, navigation, weather monitoring, or research, satellites are vital tools that connect and protect our world. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

Satellites carry TV, internet and phone signals. GPS works because of satellites.

  1. Exhibit A

    Communications

    Satellites relay TV and phone signals.

  2. Exhibit B

    GPS

    Navigation satellites enable GPS.

  3. Exhibit C

    Weather

    Weather satellites track storms.

  4. Exhibit D

    Science

    Satellites study climate and space weather.

  5. Exhibit E

    Sputnik

    The first satellite launched in 1957.

Questions people ask about Eyes in the Sky

What do communications satellites relay?

Worldwide.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Communications) · Wikipedia: Satellite

Which system helps us navigate?

Satellite-based.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (GPS) · Wikipedia: Global Positioning System

What do weather satellites track?

And clouds.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Weather) · Wikipedia: Satellite

What was the first artificial satellite?

1957.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Science) · Wikipedia: Satellite

What else do satellites study?

Science.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Sputnik) · Wikipedia: Satellite

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5 questions, all from this case file. Answers are revealed instantly.

  1. What do communications satellites relay?

    1. TV, internet and phone signals
    2. Water
    3. Electricity
    4. Mail
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    Answer: A. TV, internet and phone signals Worldwide. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Communications) · Wikipedia: Satellite

  2. Which system helps us navigate?

    1. GPS
    2. HTML
    3. USB
    4. DNA
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    Answer: A. GPS Satellite-based. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (GPS) · Wikipedia: Global Positioning System

  3. What do weather satellites track?

    1. Storms
    2. Earthquakes
    3. Traffic
    4. Fish
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    Answer: A. Storms And clouds. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Weather) · Wikipedia: Satellite

  4. What was the first artificial satellite?

    1. Sputnik 1
    2. Hubble
    3. Apollo 11
    4. Voyager
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    Answer: A. Sputnik 1 1957. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Science) · Wikipedia: Satellite

  5. What else do satellites study?

    1. Climate and space weather
    2. Ancient history
    3. Music
    4. Nothing
    Show the answer

    Answer: A. Climate and space weather Science. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Sputnik) · Wikipedia: Satellite

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Easterling, Marcus. "Eyes in the Sky." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-255, last updated Jun 21, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/eyes-in-the-sky/

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