What type of radiation has the highest frequency?
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The question is asking about the type of radiation that possesses the highest frequency among the different forms of electromagnetic radiation.
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 frequencies, shortest wavelengths, and highest energy among all types of electromagnetic radiation. Their frequency can exceed 10^19 Hz, and they can penetrate most materials.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing gamma rays with X-rays or assuming visible light has the highest frequency.
Sources
- Electromagnetic spectrum - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Electromagnetic (EM) Spectrum - UCAR Center for Science Education - scied.ucar.edu
- What is the highest electromagnetic wave measurable frequency? - Quora - quora.com
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