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Question 3 • NC-Physical Science CR 2024

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

Answer
A
Gamma rays have higher energy than microwaves because gamma rays have shorter wavelengths.
B
Gamma rays have higher energy than microwaves because gamma rays have lower frequencies.
C
Infrared light has lower energy than X-rays because infrared light has shorter wavelengths.
D
Infrared light has lower energy than X-rays because infrared light has higher frequencies.
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