everyday science MCQ #1003

The satellites which revolve in such an orbit that they move with the Earth's rotation are called:

everyday science MCQ #1003

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The satellites which revolve in such an orbit that they move with the Earth's rotation are called:

    • A) Geo-satellites
    • B) Stationary satellites
    • C) Earth-space satellites
    • D) Geo-stationary satellites

    Answer: Geo-stationary satellites

    Explanation: Geostationary satellites orbit at approximately 35,786 km above the equator, completing one orbit in exactly 24 hours and thus appearing stationary relative to Earth's surface.