Physics Term 2: Waves and Electromagnetic Spectrum

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum, and what types of waves are included in it?

The electromagnetic spectrum is a range of frequencies of electromagnetic radiation, including types of waves such as gamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and radio waves.

What is the main difference between a transverse wave and a longitudinal wave?

A transverse wave is a wave in which the oscillations are perpendicular to the direction of the wave, whereas a longitudinal wave is a wave in which the oscillations are parallel to the direction of the wave.

What is normal in the context of waves?

In the context of waves, normal refers to a direction perpendicular to the wavefront.

How does light fit into the electromagnetic spectrum, and what type of wave is it?

<p>Light is a type of electromagnetic wave, and it falls within the visible spectrum of the electromagnetic spectrum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of a transverse wave that distinguishes it from other types of waves?

<p>The key characteristic of a transverse wave is that the oscillations are perpendicular to the direction of the wave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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