Uses of Electromagnetic Waves

Used to treat cancer

• Microwaves

• X rays

• Radio Waves

• Gamma rays

• None of the above

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Which electromagnetic waves are useful for Television?

• Gamma

• x ray

• radio

• microwave

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The medical profession uses _______ to sterilize medical equipment - just like the google cabinet in the science classroom.

• Infrared

• x ray

• Gamma

• Ultraviolet

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Heat seeking missiles use _____________ electromagnetic technology.

• Gamma

• X ray

• Microwave

• Infrared

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Electromagnetic waves have many common applications. Which of the following options matches a type of electromagnetic radiation with a common application? (select two)

• Microwaves and tanning beds

• Infrared waves and remote control

• Ultraviolet waves and weather radars

• Radio waves and broadcast communications

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Gamma rays can be used

• to treat cancer

• in tanning beds

• in tv remote controls

• in solar panels

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Ultraviolet light

• is always bad for us

• is used by our skin to produce vitamin D

• is used by solar panels

• is used in nuclear power plants

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Which type of electromagnetic wave is commonly used in microwave ovens?

• Radio waves

• Microwaves

• Infrared waves

• Ultraviolet waves

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What type of electromagnetic wave is used in night vision goggles?

• Gamma rays

• X-rays

• Infrared waves

• Ultraviolet waves

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Which electromagnetic waves are used in radar technology?

• Microwaves

• X-rays

• Gamma rays

• Ultraviolet waves

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