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With reference to GISAT 1 consider following statements It is India rsquo s first earth imaging...........

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    With reference to GISAT-1, consider following statements

    1. It is India’s first earth imaging satellite in a geostationary orbit.
    2. Its objective is to facilitates near real time observation of the Indian sub continent, under cloud free condition, at frequent intervals.
    3. A satellite in geostationary orbit (about 36,000 km above earth) has an orbital period equal to earth’s rotational period.

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    Explanation:
    • GISAT-1 or Geo Imaging Satellite-1 is India’s first earth imaging satellite in a geostationary orbit.
    • A satellite in geostationary orbit (about 36,000 km above earth) has an orbital period equal to earth’s rotational period.

    Objectives of GISAT-1

    • Facilitates near real time observation of the Indian sub continent, under cloud free condition, at frequent intervals.
    • Helps quick monitoring of natural disasters.
    • Keep a constant watch on borders.

     

    By: Shubham Tiwari
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