Question

Thermal Infrared images are provided by

• A. LANDSAT MSS and IRS LISS-II sensors
• B. SPOT and CARTOSAT
• C. IKONOS and QUICKBIRD
• D. LANDSAT TM and NOAA AVHRR sensors

Hint:

Thermal infrared images are typically captured by satellites such as LANDSAT TM and NOAA AVHRR that are equipped with thermal infrared sensors.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Thermal Infrared images are typically captured by remote sensing satellites that are equipped with sensors capable of detecting thermal radiation. The thermal infrared bands are sensitive to heat emitted from the Earth's surface. Among the options, the correct combination is LANDSAT TM and NOAA AVHRR sensors, as they are equipped to capture thermal infrared data. Step 1: Analyzing the options. - Option (A) is incorrect because LANDSAT MSS (Multi-Spectral Scanner) and IRS LISS-II sensors are not typically used for thermal infrared imaging. - Option (B) is incorrect because SPOT and CARTOSAT satellites are generally equipped for visible and near-infrared imaging, not thermal infrared. - Option (C) is incorrect because IKONOS and QUICKBIRD are high-resolution imaging satellites focused on visible and near-infrared bands, not thermal infrared. - Option (D) is correct because both LANDSAT TM (Thematic Mapper) and NOAA AVHRR (Advanced Very High Resolution Radiometer) sensors are capable of capturing thermal infrared images. Thus, the correct answer is (D).