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1. I often explain that satellites are a lot like cars. If you can think of something in a car, chances are satellites have a similar system. Which of the following is a traditional satellite system?
2. Which satellite orbit is typically used by spy satellites and science mapping missions?
3. Satellites often rely on the Sun for which of these functions?
4. Most unmanned satellites are launched into space and never touched by humans again. What is the only system on a satellite that can be modified after launch without a visit from an astronaut?
5. Why do satellite engineers wear white coveralls ("bunny suits"), masks, boots and gloves when working near satellites?
6. What is the gold or silver colored "fabric" material that covers the outside of a satellite?
7. What is the term used to describe the information received from a satellite?
8. Which of the following choices is the name of the rapidly spinning disks used to keep the satellite oriented correctly?
9. When operators fire the main engine on a satellite, they say they're doing a "Delta-V" maneuver. What does "Delta-V" mean?
10. The alignment of some parts of the satellite is very important. What piece of equipment is commonly used to measure alignment? (Hint: it's the same thing used by highway surveyors.)
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