G8 Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

When light bounces off a material it is known as _____________.

Back

reflection

Front

What is it called when light enters a substance and does not exit?

Back

absorption

Front

What is the amplitude of this model wave?

Back

10mm

Front

Which wave has the greatest amplitude?

Back

The blue wave

Front

What type of wave is a light wave?

Back

A electromagnetic wave

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between successive crests of a wave.

Front

What is frequency?

Back

The number of waves that pass a point in one second.