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A Molniya satellite is used for land greater than 70o latitude. They have all the following characteristics except one. Choose the one that is not true.
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Highly inclined
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Is a good satellite for Russia
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High eccentricity
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Is a good satellite for Mexico.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Molniya orbits were developed by Russia because using geostationary satellites for communications posed severe problems since so much of the country’s land mass is near or north of 70 degrees in latitude.
Detailed explanation-2: -Inclination: 63.4° Argument of perigee: 270°
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