Question

people can use remote sensing to understand how the world is changing. how did we use satellite images and aerial photos to study las vegas in this lesson?
a. to track the path of tornadoes
b. to measure the growth of the city
c. to monitor flooded rivers
d. to locate earthquakes
please select the best answer from the choices provided
○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Tracking tornado paths is typically done with radar or storm - chasing methods, not mainly with satellite/aerial photos for Las Vegas study.
• Option B: Satellite images and aerial photos are very effective for measuring the growth of a city like Las Vegas over time, as they can show changes in urban development, land use, etc.
• Option C: Monitoring flooded rivers is more related to hydrological monitoring systems and may use satellite data but is not the primary use for studying Las Vegas.
• Option D: Locating earthquakes is done with seismographs, not satellite/aerial photos.

Answer:

B. to measure the growth of the city