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What results from the vibrations that create electromagnetic waves?
What results from the vibrations that create electromagnetic waves?
- Electric and magnetic fields (correct)
- Thermal radiation
- Gravitational waves
- Sound waves
How are electromagnetic waves arranged in the electromagnetic spectrum?
How are electromagnetic waves arranged in the electromagnetic spectrum?
- From longest wavelength to shortest wavelength (correct)
- In random order
- From highest frequency to lowest frequency
- From lowest energy to highest energy
Which of the following statements describes a characteristic of electromagnetic waves?
Which of the following statements describes a characteristic of electromagnetic waves?
- They require a medium to propagate.
- They are not essential for modern technology.
- They can only travel through a vacuum.
- They permeate all aspects of daily life. (correct)
What might be a consequence of living without electromagnetic waves around us?
What might be a consequence of living without electromagnetic waves around us?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of electromagnetic wave in the spectrum?
Which of the following is NOT a type of electromagnetic wave in the spectrum?
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Electromagnetic Waves
- Electromagnetic waves are commonly referred to as EM waves or EM radiation.
- They are produced through vibrations that generate electric and magnetic fields.
- EM waves are essential for life and play a crucial role in modern technological advancements.
Electromagnetic Spectrum
- The electromagnetic spectrum encompasses 7 types of EM waves.
- These types of waves are organized by wavelength, ranging from the longest to the shortest.
- Understanding the spectrum is fundamental to various scientific and practical applications.
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