Electromagnetic spectrum

What type of electromagnetic radiation is primarily used for communication, such as in radios and televisions?

• Infrared

• Radio waves

• X-rays

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Which type of electromagnetic radiation is typically emitted by hot objects and is used in remote controls?

• Microwaves

• Ultraviolet

• Gamma rays

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Which electromagnetic wave is commonly used in medical treatments to target tumors?

• Ultraviolet

• Gamma rays

• Radio waves

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In which part of the electromagnetic spectrum do X-rays fall?

• Between ultraviolet and gamma rays

• Between visible light and microwaves

• Between radio waves and infrared

What happens to the energy of electromagnetic waves as their wavelength increases?

• Energy increases

• Energy decreases

• Energy remains the same

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Which of the following can be used to heat substances in a microwave oven?

• Radio waves

• Microwaves

• Infrared

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What type of electromagnetic radiation can be used to sterilize medical equipment?

• Ultraviolet

• Visible light

• Radio waves

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What is one reason why UV radiation can be harmful to living organisms?

• It can cause chemical burns

• It causes tissue to freeze

• It creates electrical charges

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Which electromagnetic radiation is often used for satellite communication?

• Gamma rays

• Infrared

• Microwaves

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What is the main danger of gamma rays?

• They can cause burns

• They can ionize atoms and damage DNA

• They can cause heat