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Electromagnetic Wave
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Radio wave radiation | used for long-distance communication (TV, cellular networks, Wi-Fi, satellite) and navigation (GPS) |
| Microwave radiation | used for communication (cell phones, Wi-Fi, satellite), radar, and cooking |
| Infrared radiation | used for thermal imaging, remote controls, communication, and heating |
| Visible light radiation | used for human vision, photosynthesis, and daily illumination |
| Ultraviolet radiation | used for germicidal disinfection (air, water, surfaces), curing inks/coatings, medical phototherapy |
| X-ray radiation | used for medical imaging to detect bone fractures, infections (like pneumonia), dental cavities, and tumors |
| Gamma radiation | used for cancer radiotherapy, sterilization of medical equipment and food |