Electromagnetic Waves and the Spectrum Quiz

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Which type of electromagnetic radiation has wavelengths less than 1 picometer?

  • Gamma rays (correct)
  • Infrared light
  • Radio waves
  • Microwaves

Which type of electromagnetic radiation can strip electrons from materials and cause sunburns and cancer?

  • Infrared light
  • Radio waves
  • Visible light
  • Ultraviolet light (correct)

Which type of electromagnetic radiation carries the highest amount of energy?

  • Visible light
  • Radio waves
  • X-rays (correct)
  • Infrared light

Which type of electromagnetic radiation is considered the most powerful and dangerous?

<p>Gamma rays (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are gamma rays emitted by nuclear waste considered dangerous?

<p>Because they carry a high amount of energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about electromagnetic radiation?

<p>It is a combination of electric and magnetic fields (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for electromagnetic waves?

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

Which of the following is NOT a type of electromagnetic radiation?

<p>Sound waves (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

<p>A diagram illustrating the full range of electromagnetic waves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are electromagnetic waves made of?

<p>Oscillations in the electric/magnetic field (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of electromagnetic radiation has the longest wavelength?

<p>Radio waves (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of electromagnetic radiation is used by microwave ovens and Wi-Fi?

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What is the range of wavelengths for visible light?

<p>400 to 750 nanometers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of electromagnetic radiation is capable of damaging and causing cancer in human cells?

<p>Gamma rays (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of wavelengths for X-rays?

<p>1 nanometer to 1 picometer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What are Gamma rays?

Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths less than 1 picometer.

What is Ultraviolet light?

Electromagnetic radiation that can strip electrons, cause sunburns, and increase cancer risk.

What are X-rays?

Electromagnetic radiation carrying the highest amount of energy.

What are Gamma rays?

The most powerful and dangerous type of electromagnetic radiation.

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Why are gamma rays dangerous?

They carry a high amount of energy, making them hazardous to living tissues.

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What is electromagnetic radiation?

A combination of oscillating electric and magnetic fields.

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What are photons?

Another term for electromagnetic waves.

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What are electromagnetic waves made of?

Oscillations in the electric and magnetic fields.

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Diagram illustrating the full range of electromagnetic waves by frequency and wavelength.

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What are Radio waves?

Electromagnetic radiation with the longest wavelength.

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What are Microwaves?

Electromagnetic radiation used by microwave ovens and Wi-Fi.

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What are the wavelengths for visible light?

The range of wavelengths for visible light is 400 to 750 nanometers.

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What are Gamma rays?

Electromagnetic radiation that is capable of damaging and causing cancer in human cells.

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What are the wavelengths for X-rays?

The range of wavelengths for X-rays is 1 nanometer to 1 picometer.

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