Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

Electromagnetic waves transfer ____________ without matter.

Back

energy

Front

Electromagnetic waves all have the same __________ and _______________.

Back

speed and amplitude

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave has a higher frequency than visible light and a larger wavelength than x-rays?

Back

Ultraviolet

Front

The medical profession uses _______ to sterilize medical equipment - just like the google cabinet in the science classroom.

Back

Ultraviolet

Front

The distance between two crests or two troughs is defined as _________________

Back

wavelength

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 electromagnetic waves in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or about 300,000 kilometers per second).

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in microwave ovens?

Back

Microwaves.

Front

What is the primary use of infrared radiation?

Back

Infrared radiation is primarily used for thermal imaging and remote controls.