Electromagnetic and Mechanical Waves Review Smith

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The ________________ represents different forms of electromagnetic radiation

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electromagnetic spectrum

Front

Heat radiation, also known as ________________ cannot be seen by your eyes but can be felt by your skin.

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infrared waves

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation has the highest energy?

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Gamma rays

Front

Compared to all other types of electromagnetic radiation, radio waves have the lowest __________.

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frequency

Front

An overexposure to _________________ can result in sunburn and even skin cancer.

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ultraviolet waves

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation travels through soft tissue but is absorbed by bones and is often found in airport security terminals?

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X-rays

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation vibrates water molecules to cook food and is also how your WiFi transmits information?

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Microwaves

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation can many humans see with their eyes?

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Visible light

Front

Radio waves have ___________ wavelengths and _____________ frequency.

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long...low

Front

Which color of visible light carries the most energy overall?

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Violet