Applications of Light and Radiation
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What application of visible light is specifically used in traffic management?

  • Television displays
  • Lasers
  • Car headlights (correct)
  • Medical imaging

Which of the following is NOT a use of UV light?

  • Phototherapy for skin conditions
  • Detecting forged bank notes
  • Sterilizing medical equipment
  • Enhancing vision in low light (correct)

Which application of X-rays is used specifically in medical settings?

  • Noncontact industrial sensors
  • Detecting skeletal abnormalities (correct)
  • Studying atomic arrangements
  • Airport security checks

Gamma rays are employed in industries primarily for what purpose?

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Visible light is essential for which of the following processes in plants?

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What is one application of lasers in the medical field?

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UV light is beneficial for stimulating which vitamin in our body?

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Which application of X-rays is related to security?

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What is the primary application of Very High Frequency (VHF) in the context of radio waves?

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Which frequency range corresponds to Low Frequency (LF) radio waves?

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What technology uses radio waves for monitoring speed in highway patrol?

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What is a common application of microwaves in remote sensing?

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Which radio frequency band is primarily associated with AM radio broadcasting?

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What unique feature distinguishes microwaves from other types of EM waves?

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Which application does Ultra High Frequency (UHF) primarily support?

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The use of radio waves in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is primarily for which purpose?

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What happens to objects when electrons are transferred onto or away from them?

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What does Ohm’s Law relate?

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Who discovered that a current-carrying wire produces a magnetic field?

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What defines an electromagnet?

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What is the principle behind electromagnetic induction?

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If the magnetic field around a coil of wire changes, what occurs?

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What effect does removing one of the dry cells from an electric motor have on its commutator?

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In what manner does electricity typically reach homes from power plants?

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What type of radiation damage affects reproductive cells specifically?

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Which type of radiation is least harmful when outside the body?

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What is the primary reason patients undergoing radiation therapy may feel nauseous?

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Which type of radiation can penetrate thick materials like concrete?

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Which barrier is effective in stopping beta particles?

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How does radiation generally affect atoms and molecules in matter?

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Which type of radiation has the highest ionizing power?

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What mechanism is primarily responsible for the harmful effects of radiation exposure in living organisms?

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What type of image does a compound microscope produce?

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What is the primary function of the shutter in a camera?

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Which part of a camera allows for adjustments in the amount of light entering?

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What type of lenses does a simple microscope consist of?

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What characterizes the image produced by a DSLR camera?

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In a compound microscope, what is the role of the eyepiece lens?

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Which optical instrument primarily relies on a CCD to create images?

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What happens to the image when light passes through a convex lens?

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Which action would NOT increase the strength of the magnetic field inside a coil of wire when current flows through it?

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Which of the following describes the transformation of energy in an electric motor?

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What will happen if you remove one of the dry cells from a functioning electric motor?

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Which factor does NOT contribute to the strength of an electromagnet?

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What happens to a coil of wire without current placed in a magnetic field?

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Which statement accurately describes the force on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field?

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Which of the following would result in a stronger electromagnet?

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What would occur if the current through a coil of wire inside a U-shaped magnet changes direction?

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Flashcards

Radio Waves LF Application

Used for long-distance communication and navigation.

Radio Waves MF Application

Used for AM radio broadcasting.

Radio Waves VHF Application

Used for FM radio, ground-to-aircraft communication.

Radio Waves UHF Application

Used for police radio, TV, mobile phones, GPS.

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Radar Application

Used for detecting objects, weather, military, and air traffic control.

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MRI Application

Used to view internal body parts without surgery.

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Microwave Application

Used in disaster management, mapping, and applications that absorb water.

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EM Wave Speed

The speed of EM waves changes depending on the medium.

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Visible light applications

Visible light is used in traffic signals, displays, headlights, tail lights, and screens (like TVs and LCDs) and photosynthesis in plants.

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Laser light's uses

Lasers are used in medical procedures (imaging, surgery), research, and microscopy.

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UV light (black light) applications

UV light is used to detect forgeries, investigate crimes (like finding traces), and sterilize things (medical equipment or water).

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UV treatment

UV light is used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo. It boosts vitamin D production in the body.

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X-ray applications

X-rays are used for medical imaging (fractures/tumors), dental work, and airport security.

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X-ray diffraction

X-rays are used to examine the atomic structure of crystals.

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Gamma ray applications

Gamma rays detect cracks in materials, sterilize items, and are used in industrial sensors (like refining and mining).

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Industrial Sensors

Sensors using gamma rays are used in various industries like refining, mining, chemical, food, soaps, and detergents.

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What is a camera?

A device that uses lenses to capture and record images.

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What is a lens?

A piece of curved glass that focuses light to create clear images.

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What is the aperture?

The hole in the lens that controls how much light passes through.

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What is the shutter?

A door that opens and closes quickly to let light hit the sensor.

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What is a microscope?

An optical instrument used to magnify small objects.

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What does a compound microscope have?

It has two lenses: the objective lens and the eyepiece.

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What is a simple microscope?

A magnifying glass that uses a single lens.

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What does a simple microscope produce?

It produces an upright, enlarged, and virtual image if the object is within its focal length.

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Electromagnetism

The interaction between electricity and magnetism, where a current-carrying wire creates a magnetic field.

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Electromagnetic Induction

The process of generating an electric current in a conductor by changing the magnetic field around it.

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Who discovered electromagnetism?

Hans Christian Oersted discovered electromagnetism in 1820.

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What is an electromagnet?

A coil of wire that uses electric current to produce a magnetic field.

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Who discovered electromagnetic induction?

Michael Faraday discovered electromagnetic induction in 1831.

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What is a generator?

A device that uses electromagnetic induction to convert mechanical energy (motion) into electrical energy.

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How does an electric motor work?

An electric motor uses electromagnetism to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy (motion).

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What is the relationship between an electric motor and a generator?

Electric motors and generators are essentially the opposite of each other. A motor uses electricity to create motion, while a generator uses motion to create electricity.

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Electric Motor Principle

An electric motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. This happens when a current-carrying coil inside a magnetic field experiences a force causing it to rotate.

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Electric Motor Components

An electric motor consists of a coil of wire (armature) placed within a magnetic field. When current flows through the coil, it interacts with the magnetic field causing rotation.

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Electromagnet Strength

The strength of an electromagnet can be increased by:

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Stronger Electromagnet Factors

Increasing the current in the coil, adding an iron core, and decreasing the distance between loops of wire will strengthen an electromagnet.

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Electromagnet Strength NOT Affected By

The length of the conductor does not affect the strength of an electromagnet.

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Electric Motor Commutator Function

The commutator in an electric motor reverses the direction of current flow in the coil every half rotation. This ensures continuous rotation.

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Electric Motor Commutator and Dry Cells

Removing a dry cell from an electric motor reduces the current flow, causing the motor to turn slower.

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Electric Motor Commutator with No Current

If there's no current flow in an electric motor, the commutator won't change. The motor will remain stationary.

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What are the two types of radiation damage?

Radiation can cause harm to the body (somatic damage) or to reproductive cells (genetic damage).

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Which cells are most affected by radiation?

Cells that reproduce rapidly, like those in the stomach lining, hair follicles, bone marrow, and embryos, are more susceptible to radiation damage.

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What does radiation do to matter?

When radiation passes through matter, it transmits its energy to atoms and molecules, causing them to become excited, ionized, or dissociated.

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Alpha particles & penetration

Alpha particles are stopped by thin barriers like paper or skin. They are dangerous when ingested or inhaled.

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Beta particles & penetration

Beta particles can pass through a hand or thin materials like paper or wood, but are stopped by metal.

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Gamma radiation & penetration

Gamma radiation is highly penetrating and can pass through thick materials. Dense materials like lead can effectively shield against it.

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What is ionization power?

The ability of radiation to remove electrons from atoms, creating ions.

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Which type of radiation has the highest ionization power?

Alpha particles have the highest ionization power, followed by fast-moving neutrons, beta particles, and lastly gamma rays and X-rays.

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Study Notes

Electromagnetic Waves

  • Electromagnetic waves are created by vibrations between an electric and magnetic field.
  • They are also called EM waves or EM radiation.
  • The electromagnetic spectrum is a continuum of EM waves arranged according to wavelength or frequency.
  • Radio waves have the longest wavelength, and the least frequency and energy
  • Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength, and the highest frequency and energy.
  • EM waves travel in a vacuum at a speed of 3 x 108 m/s.
  • The speed of EM waves changes depending on the medium.

Properties of Electromagnetic waves

  • They are transverse waves.
  • Electric and magnetic fields oscillate in a plane perpendicular to the propagation of the wave.
  • They don't require a medium to propagate.
  • They can travel in a vacuum at a speed of 3 x 108 m/s.
  • The speed of EM waves changes depending on the medium.

Electromagnetic Spectrum

  • The spectrum is a continuous spectrum of EM waves.
  • The EM waves are arranged according to wavelength or frequency.
  • Example: Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.
  • Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, and visible light are non-ionizing.
  • Ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays are ionizing.

Applications of Electromagnetic Waves

  • Radio waves: Broadcasting, television; maritime and air navigation, etc.
  • Microwaves: Cooking, radar, satellite communications, cable TV, and video feeds.
  • Infrared: Remote controls, thermal imaging, cooking; security systems, etc.
  • Visible light: Vision, photography.
  • Ultraviolet: Detecting forged bank notes; sterilization and water purification, UV lamp.
  • X-rays: Medical imaging, airport security, studying crystal structure.
  • Gamma rays: Medical treatment, industrial sterilization, and food preservation.

Types of Radiation

  • Non-Ionizing: Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light.
  • Ionizing: Ultraviolet rays, X-rays, Gamma rays.

Factors to Consider in Minimizing Electromagnetic Wave Exposure

  • Distance
  • Time
  • Shielding

Biological Effects of Exposure to Radiation

  • Radiation can damage the whole body (somatic damage) and genetic material (eggs and sperm).
  • Radiation effects are more pronounced in quickly dividing cells.
  • Pregnant women, embryos, children are most vulnerable to radiation damage.
  • Radiation can cause mutations, cancer, and other biological effects.

Measuring Radiation Exposure

  • Several devices are used for measuring radiation exposure
  • Geiger counters, scintillation counters(scintillators) and radiation dosimeters.

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Test your knowledge on the various applications of visible light, UV light, X-rays, and gamma rays. This quiz will cover their specific uses in traffic management, medical settings, and industrial applications. Explore the fascinating world of electromagnetic radiation and its practical implications.

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