Which one of the following statements regarding remote sensing is correct?
(A) The interaction of the electromagnetic radiation with the target
(B) The emission of electromagnetic radiation from the target
(C) Both (a) and (b)
(D) Neither (a) nor (b

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Answer: Option C

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