Telecommunications
What is telecommunication?
Telecommunication is the transmission of information over long distances using electronic systems, such as phones, the internet, and satellite networks.
what are satellites?
satellites are machines that orbit around a planet, moon or star.
Differentiate between man-made and natural satellites.
~Man-made Satellites are artificial objects launched by humans into space for various purposes. e.g=GPS, weather satellites etc
~Natural satellites are celestial objects that naturally orbit around a planet or other body in space. e.g= MOON.
GEO stands for (Geostationary satellites).
TRUE
How many people around the world use internet?
5.5 Billion people
Which type of satellite orbits closest to Earth?
Low earth orbit (LEO)
What is the primary purpose of GPS satellites?
To provide location and time information globally!
Give ONE example for man-made satellite
GPS, Weather satellites, international space station,
Communication satellites etc.
The Soviet union launched the first artificial satellite.
True
how long has been the moon orbiting around the earth?
4.5 billions years
What type of access does telecommunication need in order to enable communication?
Telecommunication requires access to SIGNALS.
What are 2 types of satellites?
Natural and man-made.
What is an example of a natural satellite?
the moon
The primary function of LOW EARTH ORBIT (LEO) satellites is to provide global positioning services like GPS.
False
How many GPS devices are used worldwide?
3 billion
What is telecommunication used for?
Telecommunication is used for transmitting information over long distances. such as phone calls, text messages and internet data.
What type of satellite is typically used for weather monitoring?
Geostationary satellites (GEO)
Which of these are man-made satellites: MEO, GEO, or KEO?
MEO and GEO!
9.9 billion people around the world use the internet.
Falser
Which group/union launched the world’s first artificial satellite?
Soviet union
Give 5 examples of telecommunication
Phone Calls, Internet Browsing, Social Media, Emailing, Video-meetings
what is the ONLY one natural satellite?
The moon
What are the 3 types of MAN-MADE satellites?
GEO (Geostationary Orbit)
LEO (Low Earth Orbit)
MEO (Medium Earth Orbit)
Wired telephone was Firstly invented in 1706
FALSE
In which year was the first communication satellite launched?
1962