ElectroSpectrum Flashcards

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1
Q

Electromagnetic wave type

A

Transverse wave

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2
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Radio waves uses

A
  • television/telephone TRANSMISSION

* Radio broadcasting

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3
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Microwaves uses

A
  • Satellite television

* Microwave oven

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4
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Infra-red uses

A
  • Remote control

* Motion sensors

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5
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Visible light uses

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  • Optical fibres

* Telecommunications

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6
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Ultra violet uses

A
  • Sunbeds

* Causes sun burns

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7
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X-ray uses

A
  • X-ray images

* Detects internal structural problems

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8
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Gamma ray uses

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• Kills cancer cells

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9
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Positive effects of electromagnetic waves

A

• Infrared wave to keep use warm

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10
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Negative effects of electromagnetic waves

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  • Sunburns
  • Skin cancer
  • Damage to living cells
  • Premature aging
  • Shortening of lifespan
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11
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Can electromagnetic wave travel in vacuum

A

yes yes yes yes yes. YES!!!

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