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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon

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Question 33

Satellites are used for weather monitoring and scanning the entire Earth's surface over a period of time. Which row correctly shows the type of orbit used for this purpose and the electromagnetic waves used to transmit the signals to Earth?

A

polar orbit, infrared

B

polar orbit, microwaves

C

geostationary orbit, infrared

D

geostationary orbit, microwaves

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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon Questions

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40 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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