Electromagnetic Wave Theory Quiz

What is a continuum of electromagnetic waves arranged according to frequency?

• Electric Field

• Electromagnetic Spectrum

• Propagated Direction

• Magnetic Field

Who proposed the electromagnetic wave theory?

• James Clerk Maxwell

• André-Marie Ampère

• Michael Faraday

• Heinrich Hertz

What is the correct equation relating wave speed, frequency, and wavelength?

• v=λ/f

• v-=ff

• v=λf

• v=fλ

Who first conclusively proved the existence of electromagnetic waves?

• James Clerk Maxwell

• André-Marie Ampère

• Heinrich Hertz

• Michael Faraday

Which physicist is known for founding the science of classical electromagnetism?

• André-Marie Ampère

• Michael Faraday

• Heinrich Hertz

• James Clerk Maxwell

What is the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum?

• 3 x 10^6 m/s

• 3 x 10^4 m/s

• 3 x 10^8 m/s

• 3 x 10^5 m/s

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

• Wavelength and frequency are independent

• As wavelength decreases, frequency decreases

• As wavelength increases, frequency decreases

• Wavelength and frequency are always equal

What is the unit of frequency named after Heinrich Hertz?

• Newton

• Hertz

• Watt

• Joule

What is the energy of a photon given by?

• E=mv^2

• E=hf

• E=1/2mv^2

• E=mc^2

Which type of electromagnetic wave has the highest energy?

• Infrared waves

• Microwaves

• Radio waves

• Gamma rays