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Electromagnetic waves for satellite communication
Which group of electromagnetic waves is used for satellite communications?
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- 1 Answers microwaves; radio waves are also accepted.
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Microwaves.
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Infrared waves.
Infrared is used for other applications; satellite communication needs the credited radio or microwave region.