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Which American sounding rocket was first launched from India in 1963 to study upper atmospheric phenomena?

AAtlas-Centaur

BScout

CNike-Apache

DRedstone

Answer:

C. Nike-Apache

Read Explanation:

  • Correct Answer: Option C) Nike-Apache

  • The Nike-Apache rocket was launched from TERLS in 1963 and provided crucial data on the Electrojet phenomenon.


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