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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Electromagnetic Waves

Question 5 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S2-Nelson

Which electromagnetic wave transfers the most energy?

Answer
A
infrared
B
microwaves
C
radio waves
D
X-rays

Explanation

A photon’s energy increases with its frequency, according to E = hf. X-rays have a higher frequency than infrared, microwaves, and radio waves, so they transfer the most energy. The correct choice is X-rays.

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