Description should include
- explanation of the electromagnetic spectrum and the major “bands”
- comparison of the bands, including frequency and wavelength
- correlation of frequency/wavelength to size and type of equipment used to communicate within each band.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the main frequency bands used for public satellite communications?
- What is the difference in the equipment used with each satellite frequency band compared to the others?
- In what type of orbit are telecommunications satellites found?