Introduction To Physical Science

Chapter 18: Electromagnetic Waves

Section 2 Self-Check Quiz-Eng.

1
The entire range of electromagnetic wave frequencies is known as __________.
A)visible light
B)ultraviolet radiation
C)the electromagnetic spectrum
D)magnetism
2
As frequency increases, wavelength __________.
A)increases
B)remains constant
C)decreases
D)becomes faster
3
Radio waves with wavelengths between 10 cm and 1mm are called __________.
A)infared waves
B)ultraviolet waves
C)microwaves
D)X rays
4
Which of the following devices does NOT utilize radio waves?
A)television remote control
B)cellular telephone
C)satellite
D)radar
5
Which of the following enables your body to make vitamin D?
A)infared waves
B)ultraviolet radiation
C)visible light
D)gamma rays
6
Which of the following has the shortest wavelength?
A)green light
B)infared radiation
C)X rays
D)radio waves
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