Types of EM waves Flashcards
1
Q
What is the range of wavelengths of the EM spectrum
A
10^-15m – 10^4m .
2
Q
What speed do all waves travel at?
A
Speed of light, 3.0x10^8m/s.
3
Q
Whats the EM spectrum
Start with low wavelength, low frequency, low energy
A
RMIVUXG
4
Q
What is within visible light
A
ROYGBIV
5
Q
What type of waves are in the EM spectrum
A
transverse
6
Q
What is the most common vacuum waves travel through
A
space
