Electromagnetic waves

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What are electromagnetic waves?

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Electromagnetic waves are waves that can travel through the vacuum of space and consist of oscillating electric and magnetic fields.

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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

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What type of electromagnetic waves are used in broadcasting?

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Radio waves.

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Which electromagnetic waves are used in ovens and cell phone communications?

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Microwaves.

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What are ultraviolet rays used for in the human body?

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Ultraviolet rays help the body produce vitamin D.

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Which electromagnetic waves have the highest frequencies?

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Gamma rays.

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

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The higher the frequency, the higher the energy.

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What are the characteristics of radio waves?

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Radio waves have long wavelengths and low frequencies, making them suitable for communication.

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What is the role of infrared rays?

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Infrared rays are used in remote controls and thermal imaging.

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What is visible light?

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Visible light is the part of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be seen by the human eye.