electromagnetic spectrum Flashcards
1
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electromagnetic spectrum trends in wavelength
A
The EM spectrum is the ENTIRE range of EM waves in order of increasing frequency and decreasing wavelength. As you go from left → right, the wavelengths get smaller and the frequencies get higher.
2
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frequency trends in electromagnetic spectrum
A
As you go from left → right, the wavelengths get smaller and the frequencies get highe
3
Q
energy trends in electromagnetic spectrum
A
Red - less energy
UV - more energy
Higher frequency = more energy
4
Q
What is the vissable amount of light
A
380-700 nanometers (NM)
5
Q
What can light be converted to when absorbed
A
Light can be converted to infrared light (heat) when absorbed
