Electromagnetic Spectrum Exploration
This worksheet introduces 7th-grade students to the electromagnetic spectrum, its different waves, and their applications.
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Electromagnetic Spectrum Exploration
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided diagram if necessary.
Observe the diagram of the Electromagnetic Spectrum below:
1. Which type of electromagnetic wave has the longest wavelength?
Gamma rays
Radio waves
Visible light
X-rays
2. Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum can humans see?
Ultraviolet
Infrared
Visible light
Microwaves
3. The electromagnetic spectrum is a range of all types of radiation.
4. waves are used in remote controls and night vision cameras.
5. X-rays are commonly used in to look at bones.
6. Radio waves have higher energy than gamma rays.
True
False
7. All electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum.
True
False
8. Name two applications of microwaves.
9. Explain the relationship between wavelength and frequency for electromagnetic waves.