Q. Consider the following assertions and reasons:

1. BatEchoMon is expected to revolutionize bat research and ecological monitoring in India.
2. It is the first international system that combines ultrasonic recording and real-time classification into a single modular device.

Which of the following is correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2 are true, but 2 is not the correct explanation of 1
Notes: The first statement is true as BatEchoMon can possibly transform bat research and ecological monitoring in India by automating the detection and species analysis. The second statement is also true but it does not necessarily explain the first. While the device is unique globally in combining ultrasonic recording and real-time classification into a modular device, its impact on revolutionizing bat research isn't due to this reason alone. Rather, it is due to the capabilities it offers that automation of detection and species analysis becomes possible.

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