Applications of EM Waves Flashcards

All 6 cards in this deck

Give three uses of radio waves.

Broadcasting, communications and satellite transmissions.

Give three uses of microwaves.

Cooking, communications and satellite transmissions.

Give four uses of infrared radiation.

Cooking, thermal imaging, optical fibres and television remote controls (also short-range communications and security systems).

Give three uses of visible light.

Vision, photography and illumination.

Give four uses of ultraviolet radiation.

Security marking, fluorescent lamps, detecting forged bank notes and disinfecting water.

Give two uses of x-rays and two uses of gamma rays.

X-rays: medical x-rays and airport security scanners (observing internal structure). Gamma: sterilising food and medical equipment, and detecting and treating cancer.