Waves and the EM Spectrum Test Review

Front

What part of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible to the human eye?

Back

Only a small part.

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave is used to cook food?

Back

Microwave.

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave is used for medical imaging to diagnose health issues in bones and teeth?

Back

X-rays.

Front

What happens to the energy of an electromagnetic wave if its wavelength is increasing?

Back

Energy is decreasing.

Front

What type of electromagnetic waves from the sun can cause sunburn?

Back

Ultraviolet.

Front

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

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

Front

What is the order of the electromagnetic spectrum from longest wavelength to shortest?

Back

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

Front

What is the primary use of infrared waves?

Back

Used in thermal imaging and remote controls.

Front

What is the significance of the visible spectrum in terms of light?

Back

It is the range of wavelengths that can be detected by the human eye.

Front

How do ultraviolet waves differ from visible light?

Back

Ultraviolet waves have shorter wavelengths and higher energy than visible light.