Visible Light Spectrum

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What is the visible light spectrum?

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The visible light spectrum is the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, typically ranging from wavelengths of about 380 nanometers (violet) to about 750 nanometers (red).

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What color of light has the longest wavelength?

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Red light has the longest wavelength in the visible light spectrum.

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What color of light has the shortest wavelength?

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Violet light has the shortest wavelength in the visible light spectrum.

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What wavelength corresponds to blue light?

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Blue light typically corresponds to wavelengths around 450-495 nanometers.

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What wavelength corresponds to yellow light?

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Yellow light typically corresponds to wavelengths around 570-590 nanometers.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and color in visible light?

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In visible light, shorter wavelengths correspond to colors like violet and blue, while longer wavelengths correspond to colors like red and orange.

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How does the wavelength of light affect its energy?

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Shorter wavelengths of light have higher energy, while longer wavelengths have lower energy.

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What is the wavelength of red light?

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Red light typically has a wavelength of about 620-750 nanometers.

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What is the wavelength of violet light?

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Violet light typically has a wavelength of about 380-450 nanometers.

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What color of light is produced by a wavelength of 465 nanometers?

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A wavelength of 465 nanometers produces blue light.