Electromagnetic Spectrum Worksheet

Front

What are the units of frequency?

Back

Hz

Front

Which electromagnetic wave has the SHORTEST wavelength and the highest frequency?

Back

Gamma Rays

Front

What is the height of the wave from the rest position called?

Back

Amplitude

Front

Which electromagnetic wave has the lowest energy?

Back

Microwave

Front

What is the frequency of infrared light with a wavelength of 1.10 X 10^-6 m?

Back

2.73 x 10^14 Hz

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency in electromagnetic waves?

Back

As wavelength increases, frequency decreases and vice versa.

Front

What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in remote controls?

Back

Infrared radiation.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 3.00 x 10^8 m/s.

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation.

Front

What type of waves are radio waves?

Back

Long-wavelength electromagnetic waves.