Topic 2 - The Electromagnetic Spectrum Flashcards

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What is the order of the Electromagnetic Spectrum?

A

Radio waves, Microwaves, Infrared, Visible Light, Ultraviolet, X-rays, Gamma Rays

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What are the EM spectrum, Transverse or Longitudinal

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Transverse

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Do all of the EM spectrum travel at the same speed in a vacuum, for example, space, TRUE or FALSE

A

True

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Do the more dangerous EM waves have lower frequencies but a higher wavelength?

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False - The more dangerous EM waves have higher frequencies but shorter wavelengths

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