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Electromagnetic Spectrum
EM waves
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6th Grade
02/27/2013

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electromagnetic spectrum
Definition
consists of the entire range of EM waves and is all of the frequencies or wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation.
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X rays
Definition
EM waves used as security devices in airports
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visible light
Definition
EM waves seen in a rainbow
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gamma rays
Definition
EM waves used to treat some forms of cancer
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microwaves
Definition
EM waves used in radar
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infrared waves
Definition
EM waves that make an object feel warmer
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radio waves
Definition
EM waves used to broadcast television signals
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ultraviolet
Definition
EM waves that can cause sunburn
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white light
Definition
the entire range of the colors of light combined
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