Electromagnetic Spectrum Doodle Notes Check UP

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What kind of waves can travel through space?

Back

Electromagnetic waves are the only type of waves that can travel through the vacuum of space.

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All electromagnetic waves have the same _____?

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Speed. All electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum.

Front

Which type of waves popped this popcorn?

Back

Microwaves are a type of electromagnetic wave that can heat food, such as popcorn.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

How much of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible to people?

Back

A small part of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible to the human eye.

Front

What is the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum?

Back

The speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or about 300,000 km/s).

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as wavelength increases, frequency decreases.

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What are the different types of electromagnetic waves?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.

Front

What is visible light?

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Visible light is the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be detected by the human eye.

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What is the frequency range of visible light?

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The frequency range of visible light is approximately 430 to 750 terahertz (THz).