alleryOn which source of energy do artificial satellites primarily operate while in orbit?
ANuclear energy
BSolar energy
CChemical fuel
DWind energy
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Solar energy
1. Artificial satellites must run their instruments continuously while in orbit.
2. The textbook states the satellites work on solar energy.
3. For this reason, solar photovoltaic panels are attached on both sides of the satellite like wings.
4. Therefore the primary energy source is solar energy.
_Source: Balbharati (Maharashtra Board) Class 10 Science & Technology, Ch 10 "Space Missions", p.145_
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