Electromagnetic Spectrum

Electromagnetic Spectrum

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Which electromagnetic waves have the highest frequencies?

Back

Gamma rays have the highest frequencies and the shortest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are microwaves used for?

Back

Microwaves are used in ovens for cooking food and in cell phone communications.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of electromagnetic waves help the body produce vitamin D?

Back

Ultraviolet rays help the body produce vitamin D.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What frequency range do microwaves fall into?

Back

Microwaves typically have frequencies ranging from 300 MHz (0.3 GHz) to 300 GHz.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are X-rays used for?

Back

X-rays are used in medical imaging to diagnose and treat various conditions.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the wavelength range of visible light?

Back

Visible light has wavelengths ranging from approximately 400 nm (violet) to 700 nm (red).

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