Using Electromagnetic Radiation Flashcards
Uses of microwaves
Include cooking, communications and satellite transmissions
Uses of infrared
Include cooking, thermal imaging, short range communications, optical fibres, television remote controls and security systems.
Uses of visible light
Include vision, photography and illumination
Uses of ultraviolet
Include security marking, fluorescent lamps, detecting forged bank notes and disinfecting water
Uses of x-rays
Include observing the internal structure of objects, airport security scanners and medical x-rays
Uses of gamma rays
Include sterilising food and medical equipment, and the detection of cancer and its treatment.
Uses of radio waves
Includes broadcasting, communications and satellite transmissions