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प्रश्न
Why are microwaves considered suitable for radar systems used in aircraft navigation?
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उत्तर
Microwaves are considered suitable for radar systems used in aircraft navigation because they have a short wavelength range (10−3 m–0.3 m), which makes them suitable for long-distance communication.
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