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Shafter

Mrs. Shafter's Electromagnetic Spectrum Vocabulary

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The distance between two crests of a wave is the wave's? wavelength
The frequency of a wave is measured in? hertz
EM waves from this part of the spectrum are used in radar and cell phones? microwaves
These EM waves have the highest energy? gamma rays
EM waves with frequencies of 10to the12th Hz or less are considered this type of wave? radio waves
This type of EM wave is frequently assoicated with heat. infrared light
The smallest part of the EM spectrum is madeup of this type of wave? visible light
Waves from the Sun in this part of the EM spectrum can burn your skin? ultraviolet light
These EM waves pass through soft tissue but are absorbed by bone. x-rays
An electromagnetic wave transfers energy through? a field
Which type of EM wave has the lowest frequency? radio wave
Sunblock and sunglasses are used to protect against? ultraviolet light
The only part of the EM spectrum that the human eye can see? visible light
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