Waves (2) Flashcards

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Q

What is the Wavelength of X-Rays and Gamma Rays?

A

10⁻⁸m (0.00000001m)

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What is the Wavelength of visible light?

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10⁻⁶m (0.000001m)

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What is the Wavelength of Hard Radiation?

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10⁻¹²m (0.000000000001m)

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4
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How do we determine which ray is has the most penetration?

A

The harder the Radiation the more penetration / the more decimal places the more penetration

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5
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The higher Frequency the-

A
  • shorter the Wavelength
  • higher the energy
  • more penetrating Radiation.
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