- When the electron moves, waves are created
- The waves oscillate and reach teh recievers electrons, creating an electrical signel
- Microwaves can penetrate through the atmosphere and reach satellites. Radiowaves cannot
Microwaves: Used for mobile phones, TV links and satellite TV
Radiowaves (Wavelength > 1m): Used for TV broadcasting, carry more information
Radiowaves (Wavelength between 1m and 100m): Used by radio stations, range is limited
Radiowaves (Wavelength < 100m): Used by national and international radio stations
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Microwaves:
- Can beam information from mast to mast
- Aren't diffracted much by the environment
- Travel in straight lines
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