The C-band is a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum in the microwave range, primarily used for satellite communication. Standard C-band frequencies are typically around 6 GHz for the uplink (Earth station to satellite) and 4 GHz for the downlink (satellite to Earth station).
The down link frequency in the C-band transponder is
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 4 2023 · Topic: Introduction to Space Science and Technology (Types and Applications of Satellites (Communication, Earth Observation, Navigation))
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