types of radiation/waves Flashcards by Zoe Diwa E.

Q

radiowaves

A

Communication

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infrared

A

Heat sensing, night vision.

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microwaves

A

Cooking, radar.

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Q

visible light

A

human vision: roygbiv

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unltraviolet

A

Sterilization, tanning

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x rays

A

Medical imaging.

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gamma rays

A

Cancer treatment.

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Q

frequency and wavelength relationship

A

c=fλ
(c is speed of light)

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speed of light

A

3x10^8 m/s

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Q

transverse waves

A

does not require a medium, ex. water waves

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longitudinal waves

A

requires a medium, ex. slinky

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Q

which em wave has longest wavelength

A

radiowaves

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Q

which em wave has highest frequencies

A

gamma rays

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Q

are electromagnetic waves longitudinal or transverse

A

transverse

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