Waves and Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

What part of the electromagnetic spectrum can the human eye see?

Back

Visible Light

Front

True or False: As you move from radio waves to gamma rays, the wavelengths decrease in size.

Back

True

Front

What is the term for how often a wave occurs?

Back

Frequency

Front

Which electromagnetic wave has the shortest wavelengths and the highest frequencies?

Back

Gamma Rays

Front

What is the distance between two corresponding parts of a wave called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the term for the highest point of a wave?

Back

Crest

Front

What is the term for the lowest point of a wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What is the measure of the height of a wave from its resting point?

Back

Amplitude

Front

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

Back

As frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave is used in microwave ovens?

Back

Microwaves