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What does SONAR stand for?
What does SONAR stand for?
- Sound Operation Navigation and Ranging
- Sound Orchestration Navigation and Ranging
- Sound Observation Navigation and Ranging (correct)
- Sound Object Navigation and Ranging
What is the main purpose of using SONAR?
What is the main purpose of using SONAR?
- To locate underground oil reserves
- To detect underwater objects and determine their characteristics (correct)
- To measure the depth of ocean water
- To study the behavior of marine animals
Which type of waves are used in SONAR?
Which type of waves are used in SONAR?
- Radio waves
- Microwave waves
- Ultrasonic waves (correct)
- Infrared waves
What is the purpose of using SONAR?
What is the purpose of using SONAR?
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Which type of waves are used in SONAR?
Which type of waves are used in SONAR?
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What can SONAR be used to search for?
What can SONAR be used to search for?
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Study Notes
SONAR Overview
- SONAR stands for "Sound Navigation and Ranging."
- It is primarily used for underwater navigation, communication, and detecting objects submerged in water.
Purpose of SONAR
- The main purpose of using SONAR is to determine the distance and characteristics of underwater objects by emitting sound waves and analyzing their reflections.
Types of Waves in SONAR
- SONAR employs acoustic waves, specifically sound waves, to interact with objects in water.
Applications of SONAR
- SONAR can be used for a variety of search and detection purposes, including locating submarines, shipwrecks, marine life, and underwater terrain mapping.
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Test your knowledge about SONAR, the technology that uses ultrasonic sound waves to determine the direction, distance, and speed of underwater objects. Learn about its applications in detecting underwater hills, valleys, submarines, sunken ships, and more.
