Physical Science: Waves, Sound, and Light, Book O

Section 2: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

Self-Check Quiz-Eng.

1.
The entire range of electromagnetic wave frequencies is known as __________.
A)visible light
B)ultraviolet radiation
C)the electromagnetic spectrum
D)magnetism
2.
As frequency increases, wavelength __________.
A)increases
B)remains constant
C)decreases
D)becomes faster
3.
Radio waves with wavelengths between 10 cm and 1mm are called __________.
A)infared waves
B)ultraviolet waves
C)microwaves
D)X rays
4.
Which of the following devices does NOT utilize radio waves?
A)television remote control
B)cellular telephone
C)satellite
D)radar
5.
Which of the following enables your body to make vitamin D?
A)infared waves
B)ultraviolet radiation
C)visible light
D)gamma rays
6.
Which of the following has the shortest wavelength?
A)green light
B)infared radiation
C)X rays
D)radio waves
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