Light, Infrared, Microwaves And Radio Waves Flashcards

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1
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All Objects Emit ____________ Radiation.

A

Infrared.

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2
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The Hotter an Object is, the More Infrared Radiation it ______.

A

Emits.

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3
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Infrared Radiation is Absorbed by your _______.

A

Skin.

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4
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Optical Fibres in Communication Systems Usually Use Infrared Radiation Instead of ___________ Light.

A

Visible.

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5
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Infrared Radiation is Used to Heat Up Objects Quickly:

A
  • Electric Heaters that Emit Infrared Radiation Warm Rooms Quickly.
  • Electric Cookers that Have Halogen Hobs Heat Up Food Faster than Ordinary Hobs.
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6
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Microwaves have a Shorter Wavelength than _________ Waves.

A

Radio.

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7
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White Light Contains All the Colours of the Visible ___________.

A

Spectrum.

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