Electromagnetic theory miscellaneous


Electromagnetic theory miscellaneous

Electromagnetic Theory

  1. When microwave signals follow the curvature of the earth, this is known as—









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    When microwave signals follow the curvature of earth, this is known as ducting.

    Correct Option: B

    When microwave signals follow the curvature of earth, this is known as ducting.


  1. Diffraction of electromagnetic waves—









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    Diffraction of electromagnetic waves may occur around the edge of a sharp obstacle.

    Correct Option: D

    Diffraction of electromagnetic waves may occur around the edge of a sharp obstacle.



  1. Electromagnetic waves are refracted when they—









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    Electromagnetic waves are refracted when they pass into a medium of different dielectric constant.

    Correct Option: A

    Electromagnetic waves are refracted when they pass into a medium of different dielectric constant.


  1. The absorption of radio waves by the atmosphere depends on—









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    The absorption of radio waves by the atmosphere depends on their frequency.

    Correct Option: A

    The absorption of radio waves by the atmosphere depends on their frequency.



  1. As electromagnetic waves travel in free space, only one of the following can happen to them—









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    As electromagnetic waves travel in free space, only attenuation can happen to them.

    Correct Option: B

    As electromagnetic waves travel in free space, only attenuation can happen to them.