Electromagnetic Spectrum
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Visible Light
ROY G BV- These are the colors that we see
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Ultraviolet rays
These rays cause sun burn. It is absorbed by the
Ozone Layer.
Infrared Rays
Night vision goggles use infrared light. It is used in remote microwaves. It is
Thermal- heat
Microwaves
Radio Waves
X-Ray
Radio waves are the waves that are the longest and are used by television,radio,and cell phones.
These type of waves are used for Doppler
Radar and cooking
X-rays are the rays that doctors use to see inside peoples bodies and are used for security airport checks. They are high energy waves
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Gamma rays
They are used for PET scans. They are the shortest and the most energetic wave. They are capable of killing cancer cells. Gamma rays are in nucular power plants.
