Electromagnetic spectrum Flashcards
1
Q
Spectrum
A
Radiowaves, microwaves, infrared radiation, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, gamma rays
2
Q
Speed of light
A
3 X 10 to the power of 8 m/s
3
Q
Use of gamma rays
A
kill cancerous cells
4
Q
Use of X-rays
A
Detection of broken bones
5
Q
Use of ultraviolet rays
A
To check for forged signatures
6
Q
Use of visible light
A
To see
7
Q
Use of infrared radiation
A
TV remote control
8
Q
Use of microwaves
A
In home appliance like oven
9
Q
Use of radiowaves
A
For satellite communications