15 Questions
Which type of electromagnetic radiation has wavelengths less than 1 picometer?
Gamma rays
Which type of electromagnetic radiation can strip electrons from materials and cause sunburns and cancer?
Ultraviolet light
Which type of electromagnetic radiation carries the highest amount of energy?
X-rays
Which type of electromagnetic radiation is considered the most powerful and dangerous?
Gamma rays
Why are gamma rays emitted by nuclear waste considered dangerous?
Because they carry a high amount of energy
Which of the following is true about electromagnetic radiation?
It is a combination of electric and magnetic fields
What is another term for electromagnetic waves?
Photons
Which of the following is NOT a type of electromagnetic radiation?
Sound waves
What is the electromagnetic spectrum?
A diagram illustrating the full range of electromagnetic waves
What are electromagnetic waves made of?
Oscillations in the electric/magnetic field
Which type of electromagnetic radiation has the longest wavelength?
Radio waves
Which type of electromagnetic radiation is used by microwave ovens and Wi-Fi?
Microwaves
What is the range of wavelengths for visible light?
400 to 750 nanometers
Which type of electromagnetic radiation is capable of damaging and causing cancer in human cells?
Gamma rays
What is the range of wavelengths for X-rays?
1 nanometer to 1 picometer
Test your knowledge on electromagnetic waves and the electromagnetic spectrum with this quiz! Learn about the unique properties of electromagnetic radiation and how it differs from other forms of radiation. Explore how electric and magnetic fields interact to create waves that travel at the speed of light.
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