Question
GSEasyPrelims 2024Science & Technology

Consider the following activities:

  1. Identification of narcotics on passengers at airports or in aircraft
  2. Monitoring of precipitation
  3. Tracking the migration of animals

In how many of the above activities can the radars be used?

Explanation

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: This is typically done using X-ray scanners or advanced imaging technologies like millimeter wave scanners, not traditional radar.

  • Statement 2 is correct: Radars, specifically weather radars, are commonly used to monitor precipitation. They can detect rain, snow, and other weather conditions by bouncing radio waves off precipitation particles.

  • Statement 3 is correct: Radars can be used to track the migration of birds and other animals. They are often used in ornithological studies to monitor bird migration patterns.

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