What type of electromagnetic radiation has the highest energy?
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The question is asking about the type of electromagnetic radiation that possesses the highest energy, which is generally understood in the context of 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 have the highest energies and shortest wavelengths on the electromagnetic spectrum. They originate from extremely energetic processes such as supernovas, neutron stars, and black holes.
Sources
- The web page with info on - Example Source - hubblesite.org
- Electromagnetic (EM) Spectrum - UCAR Center for Science Education - scied.ucar.edu
- Electromagnetic Spectrum - Imagine the Universe! - NASA - imagine.gsfc.nasa.gov
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