Which specific optical storage standard uses a shorter wavelength blue-violet laser to read and write data, allowing for significantly higher data density? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which specific optical storage standard uses a shorter wavelength blue-violet laser to read and write data, allowing for significantly higher data density?
A. DVD-R
B. CD-ROM
C. Blu-ray Disc
D. Magnetic Tape
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Blu-ray discs use a 405nm blue-violet laser, which has a shorter wavelength than the red lasers used in DVDs and CDs, allowing it to focus on smaller pits and pack more data.

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