Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum — practice question

Fig. 7.1 presents the electromagnetic spectrum, but one radiation type has no label. From left to right it shows radio waves, microwaves, infra-red waves, visible light, [blank], X-rays, gamma rays, and the arrow points left.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 7.1, write in the label for the radiation type that is missing.

(a(ii))[1]

The arrow in Fig. 7.1 shows that one property is getting larger. State which property increases as the arrow points in that direction.

(a(iii))[1]

Compare the speeds of radio waves and visible light as they travel in a vacuum.

(b(i))[2]

Describe the way X-rays are used to provide security at airports.

(b(ii))[2]

Explain which properties of X-rays make them useful for airport security.

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