Aerial Photos and Satellite Images

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Aerial photos and satellite images provide unique views of our world from above. Aerial photos are taken from airplanes, while satellite images come from satellites orbiting the Earth. These images help us see how land is used, such as cities, forests, and bodies of water. They are especially useful for studying changes over time, like how a new park or building has changed the landscape.

Key facts

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1Aerial photos are taken from airplanes.
2Satellite images come from satellites in orbit.
3These images help us see changes in the landscape.

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What do aerial photos show?

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Why are satellite images useful?

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