Exploring the Electromagnetic Spectrum

Exploring the Electromagnetic Spectrum

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Science

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the properties of waves that are important in understanding the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The properties of waves include wavelength, frequency, amplitude, and speed. These properties determine how waves interact with matter and each other.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, which includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases, and vice versa. This relationship is described by the equation: speed = wavelength × frequency.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a reflecting telescope and how does it work?

Back

A reflecting telescope uses mirrors to gather and focus light. The primary mirror reflects light to a focal point, where an eyepiece or camera can capture the image.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Kirchhoff's First Law regarding spectra?

Back

Kirchhoff's First Law states that a hot, dense object produces a continuous spectrum, which is a complete range of colors without any gaps.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is chromatic aberration?

Back

Chromatic aberration is a phenomenon where different colors of light refract at different angles, leading to a blurry image due to varying focal points.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is light-gathering power in the context of telescopes?

Back

Light-gathering power refers to the total amount of light a telescope can collect, which is determined by the area of its aperture.

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