Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Tracking weather patterns and cloud cover
2.Monitoring land cover and vegetation changes
3.Providing high-resolution images for urban planning
Which of the above is/are the application(s) of Red-Green-Blue (RGB) imagers used in the INSAT (Indian National Satellite System) satellites?
Explanation –
Tracking weather patterns and cloud cover, colour determination or snow: RGB imagers provide visible-light images of the Earth’s surface, which are used to monitor cloud cover and track weather patterns, determine colors, etc.
Monitoring land cover and vegetation changes: RGB images captured by INSAT satellites can be used to monitor changes in land cover, including deforestation, urbanization, and changes in agricultural land use.
Providing high-resolution images for urban planning: The high-resolution images captured by RGB imagers can be used for urban planning and development. These images provide detailed information about the layout of cities, infrastructure, and land use patterns, which can help planners make informed decisions about urban development, transportation planning, and disaster management.
Source: Forum IAS
