Electromagnetic Radiation
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How does an electromagnetic wave begin?

  • When an electrically charged particle vibrates (correct)
  • When an electric field touches an object
  • When a magnetic field starts vibrating
  • When a charged particle loses energy

Which fields combine to create an electromagnetic wave?

  • Magnetic and mechanical fields
  • Electric and sound fields
  • Electromagnetic and gravitational fields
  • Electric and magnetic fields (correct)

What is the most important source of electromagnetic waves on Earth?

  • The moon
  • Jupiter
  • The sun (correct)
  • Mars

Which type of electromagnetic waves have the shortest wavelengths and highest frequencies?

<p>X rays (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when electromagnetic waves strike matter?

<p>They may be reflected, refracted, or diffracted (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the full range of electromagnetic radiation called?

<p>Electromagnetic Spectrum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of electromagnetic waves?

<p>They consist of vibrating electric and magnetic fields. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves described?

<p>Electromagnetic radiation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a magnetic field around a magnet?

<p>Exert force on objects without touching them (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the electric field surrounding a charged particle?

<p>An area of electrical force (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do microwaves transfer energy inside a microwave oven?

<p>Through the air inside the oven to the food (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can you observe when placing iron objects near a magnet?

<p>Objects move toward the magnet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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