Uses of Light Waves

Make a chart using the following categories: Gamma Rays X-rays Ultraviolet Rays Visible Light Infrared Rays Microwaves Radio Waves

Kills organisms that spoil food Shows heat loss in buildings Different types of radiant energy have different uses and effects. Classify the phrases in the word box under each type of light wavelength. Kills organisms that spoil food Shows heat loss in buildings Allows us to see Television signals Portions of phone calls Fire’s heat Maritime communication Treats some cancers shows cavities in teeth Creates a tan Used to cook food Radar Cell phone signals Shows breaks in bones Used to kill germs Creates a rainbow Radio signals Sun’s heat Causes a sunburn Make a chart using the following categories:

Gamma Rays Kills organisms that spoil food Treats some cancers

X-rays Shows cavities in teeth Shows breaks in bones

Ultraviolet Rays Creates a tan Used to kill germs Causes a sunburn

Visible Light Allows us to see Creates a rainbow

Infrared Rays Shows heat loss in buildings Fire’s heat Sun’s heat

Microwaves Portions of phone calls Used to cook food Radar

Radio Waves Television signals Cell phone signals Radio signals Maritime communications