Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum — practice question

Fig. 7.1 displays several sections of the electromagnetic spectrum.
(a(i))[1]

One section of the electromagnetic spectrum in Fig. 7.1 has not been labelled. Give the name of this section.

(a(ii))[1]

Give a suitable value for the speed of infra-red waves in a vacuum.

(a(iii))[1]

Some sections of the electromagnetic spectrum have wavelengths shorter than visible light. Give one example.

(b(i))[2]

X-rays and γ-rays are used in hospitals. Describe one medical use for X-rays and one use for γ-rays.

(b(ii))[2]

Explain why γ-rays are dangerous to living things.

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