Multiple Choice
An observation satellite for mapping purposes is placed in a low Earth orbit.In order to see the whole surface of the Earth,which would be the preferred orbit?
A) an equatorial orbit
B) a polar orbit
C) an orbit inclined 45° to the equator
D) It doesn't matter since the Earth turns completely every 24 hours.
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