Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum — practice question

Fig. 6.1 presents the regions in the electromagnetic spectrum. The named regions are gamma rays, ultraviolet rays, visible light, infra-red waves and radio waves.
(a)[2]

Add labels to the two regions on Fig. 6.1 that have not been named.

(b)[1]

Circle the region with the longest wavelength on Fig. 6.1.

(c(i))[1]

Suggest a use for gamma radiation.

(c(ii))[1]

Suggest a use for ultraviolet radiation.

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