6- Waves and Electromagnetic Spectrum

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Infrared

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non visible light and gives us heat. Can be seen by night vision goggles

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waves

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rhythmic disturbances that carry energy without carrying matter

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transverse waves

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waves in which the particles vibrate in an up and down motion

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compression wave

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matter moves forward and backward along the wave

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reflection

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The bouncing back of a wave when it hits a surface through which it cannot pass.

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refraction

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The bending of a wave as it passes at an angle from one medium to another

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absorption

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energy is taken into an object or substance

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electromagnetic spectrum

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All of the frequencies or wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation

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wavelength

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The distance between crests of waves, such as those of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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crest

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Highest point of a wave