EM Spectrum and Light Behavior

Front

What happens to the energy of waves as the wavelength gets shorter?

Back

The energy of waves increases as the wavelength gets shorter.

Front

Which type of waves make water molecules vibrate and warm up?

Back

Microwaves.

Front

What is the name of the tool that separates white light into the colors of the Visible Spectrum?

Back

Prism.

Front

What is the term for the bouncing off of light rays from a shiny surface?

Back

Reflection.

Front

What process causes a pencil in a glass of water to appear broken when viewed from the side?

Back

Refraction.

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, radio waves, microwaves, infrared, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, causing objects to appear displaced.

Front

What are microwaves used for?

Back

Microwaves are used for cooking food, in communication technologies, and in radar.

Front

What is the visible spectrum?

Back

The visible spectrum is the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, typically ranging from about 400 to 700 nanometers.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light from a surface, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different media.