Electromagnetic Spectrum
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?
Back
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.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are electromagnetic waves?
Back
Electromagnetic waves are waves that can travel through empty space and do not require a medium. They are made up of oscillating electric and magnetic fields.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in electromagnetic waves?
Back
As the frequency of an electromagnetic wave increases, its wavelength decreases, and vice versa. This is described by the equation: speed = frequency × wavelength.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of waves have the longest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum?
Back
Radio waves have the longest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of waves have the shortest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum?
Back
Gamma rays have the shortest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does energy relate to frequency in electromagnetic waves?
Back
The energy of an electromagnetic wave is directly proportional to its frequency; as frequency increases, energy increases.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What part of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible to the human eye?
Back
The visible part of the electromagnetic spectrum is only a small portion, ranging from approximately 400 nm (violet) to 700 nm (red) in wavelength.
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