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GCSE PhysEMSpectrumCards13 Flashcards

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum with the shortest wavelength

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Gamma Radiation

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum with the second-shortest wavelength

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X-rays

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum with the next longest wavelength after X-rays

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Ultra-Violet

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The fourth member of the electromagnetic spectrum in order of increasing wavelength

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Visible Light

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum with the next longest wavelength after Visible Light

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Infra-Red

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum with the second-longest wavelength

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Microwaves

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum with the longest wavelength

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Radio

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All electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of …?

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light

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9
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Can electromagnetic waves travel through a vacuum?

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yes

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10
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Are electromagnetic waves transverse or longitudinal?

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transverse

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum used in TV remote controls

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Infra-Red

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum used to image a person’s bones

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X-rays

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13
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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum used by mobile phones

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Microwaves

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum used to sterilise food and medical instruments

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Gamma Rays

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum that shows up the writing by a security marker-pen

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Ultra-Violet

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The member of the electromagnetic spectrum used for communications by police, taxis and aircraft

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Radio waves

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