Electromagnetic Spectrum

Electromagnetic Spectrum

Electromagnetic Spectrum

  • Below is the electromagnetic spectrum; starting with short wavelengths and getting longer. We have also included some common uses which you may need to give in an exam question
  • Gamma rays. Cancer treatment
  • X-rays. Medical uses and security (at airports etc)
  • Ultraviolet. Sun tanning
  • Visable light. Human sight
  • Infrared. Cooking (heat)
  • Microwaves. Cooking
  • Radio waves. Communication
Waves

Light

Light

Waves

Sound

Sound

Waves

Waves

Waves