The Electromagnetic Spectrum

Question 1

Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum is nearest to radio waves?

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microwaves

Question 2

Quentin made a table to summarize uses of electromagnetic waves.

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luggage inspections

Question 3

The energy of microwaves is less than the energy of ultraviolet light. Which comparison of the energies of electromagnetic waves is correct?

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Visible light has higher energy than infrared light because visible light has higher frequencies.

Question 4

How can electromagnetic waves be used to fight a forest fire?

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Infrared images can show hot spots as red areas.

Question 5

Which two types of electromagnetic waves have higher frequencies than the waves that make up ultraviolet light?

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gamma rays and X-rays

Question 6

Which three types of electromagnetic waves have longer wavelengths than the waves that make up visible light?

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microwaves, radio waves, infrared light

Question 7

most likely

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X-rays

Question 8

Kamala made a table to describe parts of the electromagnetic spectrum.What mistake did Kamala make?

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Gamma rays should have a very high frequency, not a very low frequency.

Question 9

best

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It softens and melts as it absorbs microwaves from the radar set.

Question 10

What characteristic do all parts of the electromagnetic spectrum share?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They travel at the same speed through empty space.

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