Physics Electromagnetic Spectrum

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What are some uses of UV rays?
fluorescent lamps
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Uses of Infra Red?
heaters and thermal imaging
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What are some uses of Gamma Rays
sterilising food and medical equipment
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What type of wave has the shortest wavelength
Gamma
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Dangers of Infra-red?
Skin burns
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Uses of Visible Light?
optical fibres and photography
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Dangers of UV?
damage to surface cells and blindness
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Uses of X-rays?
observing the internal structure of objects and materials, including for medical applications
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Uses of Microwaves?
cooking and satellite transmissions
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Dangers of Microwaves?
internal heating of body tissue
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Dangers of Gamma rays?
cancer and cell mutation
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What are some uses of Radio Waves?
broadcasting and communications
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