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- which layer of the atmosphere is where satellites orbit?
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The thermosphere is the layer of the atmosphere where satellites orbit. This layer extends from about 80 kilometers (50 miles) above the Earth's surface to the exosphere. Satellites are placed in the thermosphere because the thin atmosphere here offers less resistance to their movement, allowing them to maintain their orbits with relatively low fuel consumption.
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