Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

High frequency waves have _________ wavelengths.

Back

short

Front

The distance between two crests or two troughs of a wave is called:

Back

wavelength

Front

Which section of the spectrum is the ONLY one we can see?

Back

Visible Light

Front

A wave with a large wavelength will have a ______ frequency and _____ energy.

Back

low frequency and low energy

Front

The height of the wave from the rest position is known as the _____________.

Back

amplitude

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (km/s).

Front

What type of wave is visible light?

Back

Electromagnetic wave.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

As wavelength increases, frequency decreases, and vice versa.

Front

What are the two main types of waves in the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.