Q. With reference to the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) Mission, consider the following statements:
1.The mission’s primary objective is to study celestial objects like black holes, neutron stars, and other high-energy phenomena in space.
2.The XPoSat satellite is equipped with advanced X-ray polarimeters, which can measure the polarization of X-rays emitted by these cosmic bodies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. XPoSat mission is specifically designed to observe sources that emit strong X-rays, including black holes, neutron stars, supernova remnants, and active galaxies. By studying their X-ray emissions, scientists hope to understand their physical processes, structure, and evolution. XPoSat carries two key instruments: POLIX (Polarimeter Instrument in X-rays) and XSPECT (X-ray Spectroscopy and Timing). POLIX is the primary polarimeter, capable of measuring the degree and angle of polarization of X-ray light. This information provides crucial insights about the magnetic fields and acceleration mechanisms around these high-energy objects.
Source: Forum IAS
