Waves and the Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

What color reflects all light?

Back

White

Front

What is one use of infrared waves?

Back

Heat lamps

Front

Which type of wave has the longest wavelength?

Back

Radio Waves

Front

What is reflection in terms of waves?

Back

When a wave bounces off a surface.

Front

A wave with a large wavelength will have a ______ frequency and _____ energy.

Back

low frequency and low energy.

Front

What are the main types of electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, gamma rays.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

As wavelength increases, frequency decreases.

Front

What is visible light?

Back

The part of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be seen by the human eye.

Front

What are gamma rays used for?

Back

Medical imaging and cancer treatment.