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WorksheetsElectromagnetic Spectrum
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
How are electromagnetic waves different from other waves?
They have short wavelengths
they transmit energy instead of matter
they can travel through empty space
they can change direction by reflection
Which has the longest wavelength and the lowest frequency/energy? These waves are used in broadcasting, wifi, and texting.
Gamma rays
Visible light
Radio waves
Infrared rays
Which electromagnetic waves are used in devices such as heat lamps and TV remote controls?
X-ray
Ultraviolet rays
Infrared Rays
Microwaves
Which electromagnetic waves are used by doctors to detect broken bones inside your body?
X-Rays
Gamma Rays
Ultraviolet Rays
Infrared Rays
Which has the shortest wavelength and the highest frequency/most energy?
Hint: These waves are also used in cancer treatments.
Gamma Rays
Radio Waves
Ultraviolet Rays
X-rays
Microwaves, visible light, UV rays
Gamma rays, microwaves, UV rays
Infrared rays, radio waves, x-rays
X-rays, visible light, radio waves
Which of the following has higher frequency than ultraviolet rays?
Visible light
Infrared rays
X-rays
Microwaves
Which of the following is an example of a wave with a long wavelength and low frequency?
Gamma rays
Infrared
Radio
Visible light
