The Different Types of Satellites

Astronomy Satellites

(really big telescopes floating in space)

Atmospheric Studies Satellite

(Studies the Earths atmosphere)

Communications Satellites

(allows radio, television, and telephone transmissions to be sent live around the world)

(Used to find out the weather anywhere in the world at any time of the day)

Weather Satellite

Others are: Space Exploration, Search and Rescue, Remote Sensing, Reconnaissance, and Navigation Satellites.