The satellite mission for which of the following satellites is oceanographic studies, to study ocean circulation and sea surface elevation?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → SARAL
The SARAL (Satellite with ARGOS and ALtiKa) mission is focused on oceanography, including:
- Studying ocean circulation
- Measuring sea surface height/elevation
- Climate and ocean dynamics studies
Other options:
- JUGNU → technology demonstration, nanosatellite
- INSAT → communication, meteorology
- HAMSAT → amateur radio communications