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Why does the ITU coordinate satellite frequencies?

To prevent harmful radio interference between systems.

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  1. To prevent interference ✔
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Why: Satellites from many countries share limited radio spectrum and orbital resources. International coordination helps their signals coexist without harmful interference.

Huh, didn't know that: ITU stands for International Telecommunication Union.

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The satellites coordinated frequencies so no one talked over anyone else.
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Answer: To prevent interference. Satellites from many countries share limited radio spectrum and orbital resources. International coordination helps their signals coexist without harmful interference.

  1. Journey of Flight Teacher's Guide www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/2nd_edition_Teachers_Guide_5D3166D76F9B1.pdf
    ITU was created to regulate radio frequencies and set standards.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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