The Electromagnetic Spectrum MYP / Honors Physics

What is an Electromagnetic Wave?

The Electromagnetic Spectrum 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

The Electromagnetic Spectrum The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all possible frequencies of electromagnetic radiation. These frequencies can range anywhere from zero Hz to 10^20 Hz and have been broken up into 7 categories of waves based on their sources and how they interact with matter.

EM Spectrum: Visual

Similarities and Differences in EM Waves

Radio Waves Source: Uses:

Microwaves Source: Uses:

Infrared Waves Source: Uses:

Visible Light Source: Use:

Ultraviolet (UV) Waves Source: Uses:

X-Rays Source: Uses:

Gamma Rays Source: Use:

Conclusion How to remember it all…