Electromagnetic Radiation Worksheet
Explore the properties, types, and applications of electromagnetic radiation with this comprehensive Grade 11 science worksheet.
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Electromagnetic Radiation
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Show all work for calculations.
1. Which of the following electromagnetic waves has the longest wavelength?
Gamma rays
X-rays
Radio waves
Ultraviolet light
2. The speed of all electromagnetic waves in a vacuum is approximately:
3 x 10^5 m/s
3 x 10^8 m/s
3 x 10^3 m/s
3 x 10^10 m/s
3. Electromagnetic waves are waves, meaning they do not require a medium to travel.
4. The energy of an electromagnetic wave is directly proportional to its .
5. The colors of visible light, in order from longest wavelength to shortest wavelength, are , orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and .
6. Briefly explain the dual nature of electromagnetic radiation.
7. Describe one practical application for each of the following types of electromagnetic radiation: microwaves and X-rays.
8. Refer to the diagram of the electromagnetic spectrum below to answer the following questions.
a) Which type of electromagnetic radiation has a higher frequency than visible light but a lower frequency than X-rays?
b) What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency for electromagnetic waves?
9. Radio waves are a form of sound waves.
True
False
10. Infrared radiation is primarily responsible for the heat we feel from the sun.
True
False
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