Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

What has the longest wavelengths and lowest frequencies of all electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radio waves

Front

What is the correct order of waves of the electromagnetic spectrum, from lowest energy to highest energy?

Back

Radio waves, microwaves, infrared waves, visible light, ultraviolet light, x-rays, gamma rays

Front

How much of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible?

Back

Only a small part

Front

What is the distance between two crests or two troughs of a wave called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

Which portion of the electromagnetic spectrum includes the entire range of light that can be detected by the human eye?

Back

Visible light

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave is used for communication, such as radio and television?

Back

Radio waves

Front

What type of electromagnetic waves are used in microwave ovens?

Back

Microwaves

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in one second?

Back

Frequency

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation is primarily responsible for sunburn?

Back

Ultraviolet light

Front

What is the range of wavelengths for visible light?

Back

Approximately 400 nm to 700 nm