Satellite imagery

Satellite imagery is like taking pictures of Earth but from outer space using really big cameras that are on satellites. It's like taking a big picture of the Earth as if you're standing on the moon, but you're not really there. These satellites take pictures of the Earth from high up every day, so we can see what's happening on Earth.

Satellites are like big mirrors that reflect sun rays and use this sunlight to take pictures of the surface of the Earth. The images that are taken look like pictures, but the satellite takes many pictures of the same place and puts them together to make one big picture. This is called a satellite image.

Scientists use satellite images to learn about the weather, to monitor natural disasters like hurricanes, earthquakes, and fires, and to track the movement of animals. They can also see things like changes in forest cover, pollution, and construction projects.

Some satellites take pictures in different colors, which helps scientists to see things that are hard for humans to see with our eyes. For example, they might use an infrared camera to see how much heat is coming off the Earth's surface or the ocean temperature.

Overall, satellite imagery helps us get a better understanding of our planet and how it's changing over time.