Study Guide
Quick meanings for every wave word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Radio Waves | Long-wavelength electromagnetic radiation used for broadcasting and communication. |
| Microwaves | Electromagnetic radiation used in radar, communication, and ovens that transfer energy to food. |
| Infrared Waves | Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible red light; warm objects emit it. |
| Visible Light | Electromagnetic radiation that human eyes can detect. |
| Ultraviolet (UV) | Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible violet light; excessive exposure can damage skin and eyes. |
| X-rays | High-energy electromagnetic radiation used, for example, to image structures inside the body. |
| Gamma Rays | Electromagnetic radiation with very high frequencies and high energy per photon, produced by nuclear and other energetic processes. |