5.2. SPOT

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does SPOT stand for?

   Hint

   Remember the French agency that initiated it.

2. 2.

   List one application of SPOT satellite imagery.

   Hint

   Think of how farmers use technology.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of SPOT satellites?

   • Commercial purposes
   • Earth observation
   • Weather prediction

   Hint

   Consider the field of study they focus on.

4. 4.

   True or False: SPOT satellites provide both panchromatic images and multispectral images.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the types of data collected.

5. 5.

   Design a hypothetical study utilizing SPOT imagery to monitor urban expansion. Outline the steps you'd take from data collection to analysis.

   Hint

   Think about how historical data helps in planning future developments.

6. 6.

   Compare two different SPOT satellites and discuss how their evolving technologies can impact environmental monitoring efforts.

   Hint

   Focus on the impact of technology changes on data quality.