EM Spectrum and Light Behavior

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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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.

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What type of wave has the shortest wavelength and highest frequency?

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Gamma rays are the type of wave with the shortest wavelength and highest frequency, making them extremely harmful.

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What is light?

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Light is a form of energy that creates heat and enables us to see.

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What type of electromagnetic radiation has the longest wavelength?

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Radio waves have the longest wavelength in the electromagnetic spectrum.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, changing its speed.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is the process by which light is taken in by a material, converting it to other forms of energy, such as heat.

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What is transmission in the context of light?

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Transmission is the passing of light through a material without being absorbed.

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What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in microwave ovens?

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Microwaves are the type of electromagnetic radiation used in microwave ovens.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases.