Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

What part of the electromagnetic spectrum can be seen by humans?

Back

Visible Light

Front

What describes the full range of energy in sunlight?

Back

Electromagnetic Radiation

Front

What is true about ultraviolet radiation?

Back

Ultraviolet radiation has shorter wavelengths than visible light, therefore it is more dangerous than visible light.

Front

What feature best distinguishes one form of electromagnetic energy from another?

Back

Wavelength

Front

Which kind of wave has enough energy to pass through skin and damage cells on the inside of the body?

Back

Gamma Rays

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, from radio waves to gamma rays.

Front

What are the two main types of electromagnetic waves?

Back

Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

Front

What is the wavelength of a wave?

Back

The distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs in a wave.

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation has the longest wavelength?

Back

Radio Waves.

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation has the shortest wavelength?

Back

Gamma Rays.