Differences between Natural and Artificial Satellites
| Natural Satellites | Artificial Satellites |
|---|---|
| They are formed by nature | They are man-made |
| They are not controlled by humans | They are controlled by humans |
| They are permanent | They are temporal |
| They are not used for communication | They can communicate with instruments on earth |
NB: The moon is a satellite of the earth while the earth is a satellite of the sun.