What electromagnetic wave has the highest frequency?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about electromagnetic waves and specifically which type has the highest frequency, indicating an interest in the electromagnetic spectrum.
Answer
Gamma rays
The final answer is gamma rays
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is gamma rays
More Information
Gamma rays are the most energetic form of electromagnetic radiation with the shortest wavelengths and highest frequencies.
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Sources
- Electromagnetic (EM) Spectrum - UCAR Center for Science Education - scied.ucar.edu
- Electromagnetic spectrum - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- The Electromagnetic Spectrum | HubbleSite - hubblesite.org