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Which region of the electromagnetic spectrum occupies the smallest segment and is the only portion that we can sense directly?
Which region of the electromagnetic spectrum occupies the smallest segment and is the only portion that we can sense directly?
- Infrared light
- Microwaves
- Visible light (correct)
- Ultraviolet light
Which type of light consists of photons with wavelengths longer than those of visible light but shorter than those of microwaves?
Which type of light consists of photons with wavelengths longer than those of visible light but shorter than those of microwaves?
- Visible light
- Microwaves
- Infrared light (correct)
- Ultraviolet light
Which type of light is located in the electromagnetic spectrum between visible light and X-rays?
Which type of light is located in the electromagnetic spectrum between visible light and X-rays?
- Ultraviolet light (correct)
- Visible light
- Microwaves
- Infrared light
What is the deviation of light when passing through one transparent medium called?
What is the deviation of light when passing through one transparent medium called?
What is the range of wavelengths for the component colors of white light?
What is the range of wavelengths for the component colors of white light?
Which region of the electromagnetic spectrum includes the entire range of electromagnetic energy?
Which region of the electromagnetic spectrum includes the entire range of electromagnetic energy?
What is the main characteristic of visible light that sets it apart from other regions of the electromagnetic spectrum?
What is the main characteristic of visible light that sets it apart from other regions of the electromagnetic spectrum?
Which type of light heats any substance on which it shines?
Which type of light heats any substance on which it shines?
What is the main characteristic of ultraviolet light?
What is the main characteristic of ultraviolet light?
What is the main characteristic of infrared light?
What is the main characteristic of infrared light?
