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Electromagnetic Spectrum and Wave Properties Quiz

Test your knowledge on the speed, wavelength, frequency, and energy of electromagnetic waves and their arrangement in the electromagnetic spectrum. Explore the characteristics of radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency of an electromagnetic wave?

They are inversely proportional

What type of electromagnetic wave has the longest wavelength?

Radio wave

What is the unit of frequency for an electromagnetic wave?

Hertz

Which type of electromagnetic wave has the highest energy?

<p>Gamma ray</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between energy and frequency of an electromagnetic wave?

<p>They are directly proportional</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed of all electromagnetic waves through empty space or vacuum?

<p>3.0 x 10^8 m/s</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of electromagnetic wave has the highest energy?

<p>Gamma ray</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the frequency of an electromagnetic wave describe?

<p>The number of waves that pass a fixed point in a given time</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the wavelength of an electromagnetic wave?

<p>The distance between two successive crests or troughs</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are electromagnetic waves arranged in the electromagnetic spectrum?

<p>According to their wavelength and frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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