Q126 / 270 · NDA 2017 (Phase 2) · General Ability

Bats detect obstacles in their path by receiving the reflected

  • A
    Infrasonic waves
  • Correct answer
    B
    Ultrasonic waves
  • C
    Radio waves
  • D
    Microwaves

Solution

Ultrasonic waves are sound waves transmitted above the human-detectable frequency range, usually above $20,000 \mathrm{~Hz}$. Bats use high-frequency sounds to navigate and catch prey. The animals emit ultrasonic waves while moving at high speed and in pitch darkness. When the sounds are reflected back, bats can tell what exactly is in front of them.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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