Which two countries are collaborating on the 'TRISHNA' mission launched in June 2024?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
India and France -
The TRISHNA mission is a significant collaborative project between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the French Space Agency (CNES).
Key information about the TRISHNA mission:
Full name: TRISHNA stands for Thermal InfraRed Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment.
Objective: The primary goal of this mission is to monitor the Earth's surface temperature at high resolution. This will particularly help in understanding the water cycle, evaporation, and global climate change.
Applications:
Monitoring water use for agriculture.
Identifying urban heat islands.
Accurately assessing coastal waters and drought conditions.
Instruments: It will carry two payloads—a thermal infrared payload (developed by CNES) and a visible and short-wave infrared payload (developed by ISRO).