Light Waves and EM Spectrum

Front

Electromagnetic waves all have the same __________ and _______________.

Back

speed and amplitude.

Front

Why is a light wave not considered a mechanical wave?

Back

A light wave travels through the vacuum of space.

Front

What is the difference between the 7 main colors of light?

Back

Their wavelengths.

Front

Heat seeking missiles use _____________ electromagnetic technology.

Back

Infrared.

Front

The medical profession uses _______ to sterilize medical equipment.

Back

Ultraviolet.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

Front

What are the seven main colors of visible light?

Back

Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet.

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation.

Front

What type of wave is a light wave?

Back

An electromagnetic wave.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive peaks of a wave.