PHYS: Energy and EM Spec Flashcards
1
Q
Machines transfer __________ from one type to another
A
energy
2
Q
energy in =
A
energy out
3
Q
All waves in the EM spectrum…
A
- Are transverse waves
2. Travel at the speed of light through a vacuum
4
Q
The EM spectrum is a large family of what?
A
Waves that include light
5
Q
Which wave has the longest wavelength?
A
Radiowaves
6
Q
Which wave has the highest frequency?
A
Gamma rays
7
Q
Name one use and danger of Gamma rays
A
Use: Treat cancer cells
Danger: Ionization
8
Q
Name four energy types
A
Sound, Internal, Chemical, Kinetic, Heat, Electrical, Nuclear, Light, Elastic Potential, Gravitational Potential
9
Q
Name a relatively dangerous wave
A
Ultra Violet (and X-Rays)
