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More than 10,000 active satellites are orbiting the Earth.
NASA scientists say in a new study that there could be more than 500,000 satellites in the next decade.
The scientists found that this increase in satellites could cause more than 95% of images taken by space telescopes, such as Hubble, to have streaks.
Astronomers are not only concerned about light streaks showing up on images taken by telescopes.
The American Astronomical Society says an increase in satellites in orbit could also cause collisions with space telescopes.
The International Telecommunication Union has called for stricter rules surrounding the number of satellites in space and better management of satellite networks.
Chandelice Duster, NPR News.