Electromagnetic Spectrum

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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, which includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, x-rays, and gamma rays.

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What are microwaves used for?

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Microwaves are used in radar technology to detect objects and measure their distance and speed.

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What type of electromagnetic waves help your body produce vitamin D?

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Ultraviolet rays help your body produce vitamin D.

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Which electromagnetic waves have the longest wavelengths?

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Radio waves have the longest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum.

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Which electromagnetic waves have the highest frequencies?

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Gamma rays have the highest frequencies and the shortest wavelengths.

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What is amplitude in the context of waves?

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Amplitude is the height of the wave from the rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

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What is the wavelength of a wave?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs of a wave.

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What is visible light?

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Visible light is the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, consisting of colors from red to violet.

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What are infrared waves used for?

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Infrared waves are used in remote controls, thermal imaging, and night vision technology.

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What are x-rays commonly used for?

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X-rays are commonly used in medical imaging to view the inside of the body.