Front

What type of electromagnetic wave has the longest wavelength and the lowest energy?

Back

Radio waves.

Front

Which type of electromagnetic wave is used to treat cancer?

Back

Gamma rays.

Front

In what order are electromagnetic waves placed from lowest to highest energy?

Back

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

Front

Which statement is FALSE?

Back

Gamma waves are the least dangerous type of electromagnetic wave.

Front

What acronym is used to remember the order of colors in the visible spectrum?

Back

ROY G. BIV.

Front

What is the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or the speed of light).

Front

What is the visible spectrum?

Back

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, ranging from red to violet.

Front

What type of electromagnetic waves are used in microwave ovens?

Back

Microwaves.

Front

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

Back

Longer wavelengths correspond to lower energy, while shorter wavelengths correspond to higher energy.

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation is primarily responsible for sunburn?

Back

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation.