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Sonar is the generic name of the technology that is used to locate objects underwater. Sonar systems are of two basic types - active and passive. In active sonar the system let's out a pulse of sound and then the operator listens for echoes. The passive sonar the operator listens to sounds emitted by the object one is trying to locate.

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What is a sentence for sonar?

In the mountains i detect a rock with my SONAR.


How far can sonar detect?

The distance that sonar can detect objects underwater varies depending on factors like the power of the sonar system, water conditions, and the size of the object being detected. In general, sonar can detect objects up to several miles away when using higher power systems in optimal conditions.


Can sonar detect any object?

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What instrument do we use to detect sound waves?

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What is the device called to detect animal sounds?

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What is a sub spotter called?

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What is one event where sonar was used in World War 2?

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Can sonar use in periscope depth?

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What are radio waves called to detect subs called?

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What is the system that uses the reflection of underwater sound waves to detect objects?

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What is a sonar used for?

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How do Airplanes use Sonar waves?

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