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Why are short waves used in long distance broadcasts? |
| Answer» SOLUTION :The short wves (wavelength less than 200 m and greater than 1500 KHz) are absorbed by earth due to their high FREQUENCY but are effectively reflected by F layer in ionosphere. After reflection from ionosphere, the SHORTWAVES REACH the surface of the earth BACK only at a large distance from the transmitter. For this reason, shortwaves are used in long distance transmission. | |