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What is radiant energy?
What is radiant energy?
- The energy of sound waves
- The energy of thermal waves
- The energy of mechanical waves
- The energy of electromagnetic waves (correct)
Give an example of energy transformation.
Give an example of energy transformation.
Photosynthesis converts light energy to chemical energy in plants.
What is an example of radiant energy?
What is an example of radiant energy?
X-rays in medicine.
Which of the following is NOT an example of radiant energy?
Which of the following is NOT an example of radiant energy?
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Radiant Energy
- Defined as the energy carried by electromagnetic waves, encompassing a spectrum that includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, x-rays, and gamma rays.
Energy Transformation Examples
- Photosynthesis:
- Conversion of sunlight (radiant energy) into chemical energy by plants.
- Heating Food:
- Transformation of electrical energy into mechanical energy, which then converts to radiant energy and subsequently into thermal and chemical energy.
Examples of Radiant Energy
- Medical Use:
- X-rays utilized in medical imaging for diagnosis.
- Microwaves:
- Employed in cooking to heat food.
- Communication:
- Car radios and television stations rely on various electromagnetic waves for broadcasting.
- Ultraviolet Rays:
- Certain UV rays can cause cancer due to their high energy.
- Gamma Rays:
- Emitted during nuclear reactions, possessing high penetration abilities.
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