Electromagnetic Spectrum

In the electromagnetic spectrum, which of the following is true of waves with long wavelengths? (SC.7.P.10.1)

• They have high frequencies.

• They have low frequencies.

• They have moderate frequencies.

• They have inconsistent frequencies.

The electromagnetic spectrum is made up of bands of waves with different _____ (SC.8.E.5.11)

• Speeds

• Frequencies

• Reflections

• Mediums

Electromagnetic radiation from the sun comes in all forms. Scientists have found ways to use the electromagnetic waves to study different characteristics of objects in space. Which of the following correctly pairs an electromagnetic wave with a way that it is used in space exploration? (SC.8.E.5.11)

• Radio waves are used to evaluate the sound qualities of planets throughout our Solar System.

• Infrared waves are used to evaluate the temperature of planets throughout our Solar System.

• Visible light waves are used to evaluate the mountain height of planets throughout our Solar System.

• Gamma rays are used to evaluate thickness of atmospheres of planets throughout our Solar System.

The diagram below shows the electromagnetic spectrum. Which letters represent radio and gamma waves? (SC.8.E.5.11)

• A, F

• F, C

• A, G

• C, G

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-1

All of the waves listed below are a part of the electromagnetic spectrum except (SC.8.E.5.11)

• Sound Waves

• X Rays

• gamma rays

• light waves

The full range of energy in sunlight can be described as (SC.7.P.10.1)

• ATP

• visible light

• electromagnetic radiation

• ultraviolet light

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

What part of the electromagnetic spectrum can be seen by humans? (SC.7.P.10.1)

• Visible Light

• Microwaves

• Ultraviolet Waves

• Infrared Rays

How is the light spectrum used in astronomy? (SC.8.E.5.11)

• To take pictures of deep space with telescopes.

• To identify elements of stars and galaxies.

• To calculate the rate at which other galaxies are moving either away from or toward us.

• All of the above.

Which feature best distinguishes one form of electromagnetic energy from another? (SC.7.P.10.1)

• color

• wavelength

• surface temperature

• distance traveled

Which wave has a higher frequency? (SC.8.E.5.11)

• Wave N

• Wave O

• The waves have the same frequency.