Chapter 7: Light - Section 1 – PROPERTIES OF LIGHT

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What are the seven kinds of waves in the electromagnetic spectrum?

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Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, gamma rays.

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What type of rays are high-energy waves that can be used to treat some types of cancer?

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Gamma rays.

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What does the acronym 'RADAR' stand for?

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Radio Detection and Ranging.

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What type of light causes sunburns?

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Ultraviolet light.

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What is high-energy light that comes from the sun?

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Ultraviolet light.

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What type of waves are used in microwave ovens?

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Microwaves.

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What is the visible spectrum?

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The range of light that can be seen by the human eye.

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What type of light is used in remote controls?

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Infrared light.

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What are X-rays used for?

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To see inside the body, such as bones.

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What is the main source of ultraviolet light?

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The sun.