Learning objective
Recognize various uses of different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, such as: (a) radio waves for radio and TV broadcasts, radar; (b) microwaves for satellite TV, mobile phones, and microwave ovens; (c) infrared for TV remote controls and thermal imaging; (d) visible light for seeing and photography; (e) ultraviolet for identifying counterfeit banknotes; (f) X-rays for medical imaging and security checks; (g) gamma rays for cancer detection and treatment.
Read the explanation, check the common trap, then practise with flashcards and questions.
Exam focus
- Read the explanation.
- Check key terms.
- Practise with linked questions.
Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceWavesCore content