Light and optics Flashcards
1
Q
In the visible light spectrum, this color has the highest frequency
A
Violet
2
Q
In the visible light spectrum, this color has the longest wavelength
A
Red
3
Q
Order visible light, UV, microwaves, IR, gamma rays, X-rays, and radio waves in order of increasing frequency
A
Radiowaves, microwaves, IR, visible light, UV, X-rays, Gamma rays
4
Q
What wavelengths correspond with visible light?
A
400-700 nm
5
Q
What is the speed of light?
A
3x10^8 m/s
6
Q
What is the difference between lenses and mirrors?
A
Lenses refract light while mirrors reflect it
