Generation Genius - Electromagnetic Spectrum Vocab

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A wave that transfers energy is ...

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electromagnetic radiation

Front

Range of waves: radio, microwave, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, gamma rays.

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electromagnetic spectrum

Front

Repeating pattern that transfers energy.

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wave

Front

Ability to cause changes in matter

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energy

Front

Height of a wave from its resting point.

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amplitude

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Distance between wave peaks.

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wavelength

Front

A clear object that bends white light to separate it into rainbow colors.

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prism

Front

The letter 'a' in the image represents...

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Amplitude

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The letter b represents...

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Wavelength

Front

Number of times a sound wave occurs: ___________

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frequency