Physics 5054 · O Level · Electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum — practice question

Microwaves are used for sending television signals to and from a satellite. Which statement about microwaves is correct?

  • AThey have a longer wavelength than radio waves.
  • BThey penetrate the atmosphere without significant loss of energy.
  • CThey travel much faster than radio waves in a vacuum.
  • DThey warm the satellite and stop it freezing.

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