CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
4
You visited us 4 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

The Chandrayaan used a _______________ integrated propulsion system to reach lunar orbit as well as orbit and altitude maintenance while orbiting the Moon.

A
tripropellent
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
bipropellant
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
two star sensors
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
none of the above
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B bipropellant
The Chandrayaan used a bipropellant integrating propulsion system to reach lunar orbit as well as orbit and altitude maintenance while operating the Moon. The power plant consisted of one 440 N engine and eight 220 thrusters. Fuel and oxidiser were stored in two tanks of 390 litres each.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Chandrayaan 1
PHYSICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon