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Remote Sensing : (2017 – 2023)

1. Describe the Spatial and Spectral resolution of a remote sensor with


examples. 10
2. Discuss the different types of interaction of electromagnetic radiation with
the atmosphere of the earth and its impact on remote sensing images. 15
3. What is the difference between Raster and Vector data? Describe their
characteristics as well as their advantages and disadvantages. 5
4. Explain the principles of aerial photography and how it is classified. 15
5. Illustrate the principles of stereographic projection. How are the ‘pi’ and
‘beta’ diagrams useful to analyze fold structure? 15
6. Describe the various platforms and sensors used in Remote Sensing. 15
7. What is Geographic Information System (GIS) ? Explain the concepts,
components and functions of GIS. 10
8. Discuss stereoscopy and its advantages in aerial photo interpretation. Add a
note on elements of photo interpretation. 10
9. What are atmospheric windows in Remote sensing ? 5
10.What are spectral reflectance curves ? Explain how clear water, dry soil and
healthy vegetation can be demarcated using spectral reflectance curves
with neat sketches. 10
11.Sensors used in IRS series satellites and their characteristics 5
12.Describe the different types of aerial photographs. Comment on the utility
of these in geological studies. Illustrate your answer with neat labelled
sketches. 15
13.Discuss the applications of remote sensing in Geology. 15
14.Explain the differences between satellite remote sensing and aerial
photographs. What are their mutual advantages and limitations? 5
15.Describe the spatial, spectral, radiometric and temporal resolutions of a
satellite image. Discuss the spatial and temporal resolutions needed for
geological, climatological, emergency response and meteorological study.
15
16.Briefly describe Global Positioning System (GPS) and its characteristics, its
different segments and GPS satellite signals. List any five applications of
GPS. 20
17.Differentiate between True Colour Composite (TCC) and False Colour
Composite (FCC). Explain its importance in interpreting remote sensing
images. 10
18.Describe the different satellite orbits and their relative advantages. 15
19.Describe ‘Spectral Signature’ and add a note on the spectral reflectance
pattern of rocks, vegetation and water bodies. 15
20.Digital image processing 10
21.Discuss the recent advances and achievements of Indian Space Programme.
20
22.Discuss the advantages and limitations of remote sensing studies with
respect to conventional geological field work. 15

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