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JIPMER 2008
Exam
JIPMER
Year
2008
Subject
Physics
Chapter
Communication System

JIPMER 2008 · Physics · Communication System

What maximum frequency can be reflected from ionosphere?

What maximum frequency can be reflected from ionosphere?

Options

  1. A5MHz5 MHz
  2. B6GHz6 GHz
  3. C5kHz5 kHz
  4. D500MHz500 MHz

Correct answer

A. 5MHz5 MHz

Step-by-step solution

The ionosphere extends from a height of 80 km to 300 km . The refractive index of ionosphere is less than its free space value. That is, it behaves as a rarer medium. As we go deep into the ionosphere, the refractive index keeps on decreasing. The bending of beam (away from the normal) will continue till it reaches critical angle after which it will be reflected back. The different points on earth receive signals reflected from different depths of the ionosphere. There is a critical frequency fcf_c (5 to 100 MHz ) beyond which the waves cross the ionosphere and do not return back to earth.
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