Question

    What is the primary focus of the joint microwave remote sensing satellite, NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR), set to be launched by India and the US in the first quarter of next year?

    A Studying extraterrestrial phenomena Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Earth observation for climate change Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Monitoring deep-sea ecosystems Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Investigating atmospheric composition Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Exploring lunar surface conditions Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    NISAR aims to provide data highly suitable for studying land ecosystems, solid earth deformation, mountain and polar cryosphere, sea ice, and coastal oceans at a regional to global scale.

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