Electromagnetic Spectrum

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What is the full range of energy in sunlight called?

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Electromagnetic Radiation

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What is the visible spectrum of light as seen by the human eye?

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The lowest frequency appears red, and the highest frequency appears violet.

Front

How is a rainbow formed?

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The water droplets in the air refract the light waves separating the light into colored arcs.

Front

Which type of wave has enough energy to pass through skin and damage cells?

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Gamma Rays

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How is the light spectrum used in astronomy?

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To identify elements of stars and galaxies.

Front

What are the different types of electromagnetic waves?

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Radio Waves, Microwaves, Infrared, Visible Light, Ultraviolet, X-Rays, Gamma Rays.

Front

What is the wavelength of visible light?

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Approximately 400 to 700 nanometers.

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

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Shorter wavelengths carry more energy.

Front

What is ultraviolet (UV) light?

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A type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light.

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What is the role of prisms in understanding the electromagnetic spectrum?

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Prisms refract light, separating it into its component colors.