Exploring Electromagnetic Waves

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What is the application of electromagnetic waves in medical treatment for cancer?

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Radiation therapy in treatment of cancer.

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Which process is NOT an application of electromagnetic waves?

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Photosynthesis.

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What type of electromagnetic wave is commonly used in remote controls for televisions?

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Infrared waves.

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What type of electromagnetic wave do fiber optics primarily use to transmit data?

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Visible light.

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What is a key benefit of using fiber optics in telecommunications?

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High data transmission speed.

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What are electromagnetic waves?

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Waves of electric and magnetic fields that travel through space.

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Name the electromagnetic wave that has the longest wavelength.

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Radio waves.

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What is the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum?

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Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (the speed of light).

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What is the role of microwaves in communication technology?

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Microwaves are used for satellite communications and radar.

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How do ultraviolet waves affect human health?

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They can cause skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer.