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Why are microwaves considered suitable for radar system used in aircraft navigation?

A

X-rays

B

Infrared rays

C

Ultraviolet rays

D

Microwaves

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D
`lambda_("radio waves") gt lambda_("IR rays") gt lambda_("UV rays"gt) lambda_("X-rays")`
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Why are microwaves considered suitable for radar system used in aircraft nevigation?

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