Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

General Awareness

Question:

__________ Satellite is used to telecast TV programs from one part of the world to another ? 

Options:

Geocentric 

Geostationary

Polar

Natural

Correct Answer:

Geostationary

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) - Geostationary

Geostationary satellites are used to reflect TV signals and telecast TV programmes from one part of the world to another. Geostationary satellites orbit the Earth at an altitude of about 35,786 kilometers (22,236 miles) above the equator, and their orbital period matches the Earth's rotation period (24 hours). This makes them appear stationary from the Earth's surface, allowing satellite dishes to be pointed in a fixed direction to receive the signal.