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What is Morse code?
What is Morse code?
- A method of encoding text characters using binary code
- A method of encoding text characters using color patterns
- A method of encoding text characters using dots and dashes (correct)
- A method of encoding text characters using alphabetical order
Who is credited with the invention of Morse code?
Who is credited with the invention of Morse code?
- Thomas Edison
- Alexander Graham Bell
- Nikola Tesla
- Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail (correct)
What does a dot represent in Morse code?
What does a dot represent in Morse code?
- A long signal or a 'dah'
- A short signal or a 'dit' (correct)
- A space between letters
- A space between words
What is the Morse code representation for the letter 'A'?
What is the Morse code representation for the letter 'A'?
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In aviation, Morse code is often used for what purpose?
In aviation, Morse code is often used for what purpose?
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Study Notes
Morse Code Basics
- Morse code is a method of transmitting text information as a series of on-off tones, clicks, or light flashes that can be understood by a skilled operator.
History of Morse Code
- Samuel Finley Breese Morse, an American inventor, is credited with the invention of Morse code.
Morse Code Symbols
- In Morse code, a dot (·) represents a short signal or a short mark, and it is used to form letters, numbers, and punctuation marks.
Morse Code Chart
- The Morse code representation for the letter 'A' is ·− (dot-dash).
Morse Code in Aviation
- In aviation, Morse code is often used for identification of navigation beacons and other radio aids to navigation.
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Test your knowledge of Morse code with this quiz! Learn about the history of its invention and its use in communication. See how well you can decipher and understand this unique method of encoding text characters.
