Uses of the Electromagnetic Spectrum

Which electromagnetic waves allow us to diagnose & treat cancer?

• Gamma rays

• X-rays

• Ultraviolet rays

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Which electromagnetic waves help doctors detect broken bones inside your body?

• gamma rays

• x-rays

• ultraviolet rays

Which electromagnetic waves are used in devices such as heat lamps?

• ultraviolet rays

• microwaves

• infrared rays

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Radar uses which type of electromagnetic waves to detect objects & measure their distance and speed?

• microwaves

• infrared rays

• x-rays

This type of electromagnetic wave can be used to see inside luggage at an airport or in hospitals to see your bones.

• Gamma Rays

• Visible Light

• X Rays

• Infrared Rays

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Which of the following electromagnetic waves do we use to heat our food and for cellular phones?

• Radio Waves

• Microwaves

• Visible Light

• Gamma Rays

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What kind of electromagnetic radiation do we feel as heat?

• Gamma rays

• Visible light waves

• Infrared waves

• X rays

Which electromagnetic waves help doctors detect broken bones inside your body?

• gamma rays

• x-rays

• ultraviolet rays

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum is primarily used in night vision technology?

• Ultraviolet rays

• Infrared rays

• Microwaves

• Gamma rays

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What type of electromagnetic waves are used in microwave ovens to heat food?

• Radio waves

• Microwaves

• Infrared rays

• Ultraviolet rays