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Remote sensing satellites are placed above the earth surface at a height of
Remote sensing satellites are placed above the earth surface at a height of
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Always distinguish the two main orbit classes:
- Remote sensing (imaging): Polar orbits at low altitudes (\(\approx\) 800 km).
- Weather/Communication: Geostationary orbits at high altitudes (\(\approx\) 36,000 km).
- Remote sensing (imaging): Polar orbits at low altitudes (\(\approx\) 800 km).
- Weather/Communication: Geostationary orbits at high altitudes (\(\approx\) 36,000 km).
Updated On: Jul 6, 2026
- 800 km
- 1000 km
- 18000 km
- 36000 km
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The Correct Option is A
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