RTGs are often used for long-duration space missions, especially those exploring the outer solar system or surface missions on bodies like Mars where solar power is unreliable or insufficient.
Consider the following statements about the 'Curiosity' rover: 1. It is a robotic mission for exploration of the Mars launched by NASA. 2. It is powered by solar energy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2012 · Topic: Introduction to Space Science and Technology (Types and Applications of Satellites (Communication, Earth Observation, Navigation))
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