# Electromagnetic Spectrum

Source: https://projectgcse.co.uk/physics/waves/electromagnetic_spectrum

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- 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