MCQ
When electromagnetic waves enter the ionised layer of ionosphere, then the relative permittivity i.e. dielectric constant of the ionised layer:
  • A
    Does not change
  • B
    Appears to increase
  • C
    Appears to decrease
  • D
    Sometimes appears to increase and sometimes to decrease

Answer

  1. Appears to decrease

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