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AIIMS 2003 Physics Ionospheric Reflection MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

In short wave communication, waves of which of the following frequencies will be reflected back by the ionospheric layer having electron density 10¹¹ per m³?

A

2 MHz

B

10 MHz

C

12 MHz

D

18 MHz

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

If the height of the antenna is h, then the maximum distance up to which the TV transmission can be received is proportional to h^1/2.

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