The Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency for radio waves?

Back

Radio waves possess low frequencies and large wavelengths.

Front

What is defined as the number of waves that pass a given point every second?

Back

Frequency.

Front

How does the energy of blue light compare to that of orange light based on their wavelengths?

Back

Energy of blue light will be higher than that of orange light.

Front

What is the term for when two different variables do the same thing?

Back

Direct Relationship.

Front

What is the definition of wavelength?

Back

The distance between the crests of two waves.

Front

What part of the electromagnetic spectrum has the highest energy?

Back

Gamma rays.

Front

What is the order of the electromagnetic spectrum from lowest to highest frequency?

Back

Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, gamma rays.

Front

What is the visible spectrum range in nanometers?

Back

Approximately 400 nm to 700 nm.

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in microwave ovens?

Back

Microwaves.

Front

What is the relationship between energy and frequency in electromagnetic waves?

Back

Energy is directly proportional to frequency; higher frequency means higher energy.