Electromagnetic Waves and Their Properties

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What happens to the energy of an electromagnetic wave when its wavelength is longer?

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Energy is lower.

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What is the full spectrum of light energy called?

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Electromagnetic spectrum.

Front

In astronomy, which color is associated with 'hot'?

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Blue.

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What is the term for a material that allows light to pass through clearly?

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Transparent.

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What is the term for a material that does not allow light to pass through?

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Opaque.

Front

What is the term for a material that allows some light to pass through but not clearly?

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Translucent.

Front

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

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Longer wavelengths correspond to lower energy.

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave has the shortest wavelength?

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Gamma rays.

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave is used in microwave ovens?

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Microwaves.

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What is the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum?

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Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or 186,282 miles per second).