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by Peter Clark 16 years ago

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E.M. Spectrum

The electromagnetic spectrum encompasses various types of waves that all travel at the speed of light, approximately 3x10^8 meters per second in both air and a vacuum. These waves obey the wave equation and have the ability to transfer energy.

E.M. Spectrum

E.M. Spectrum

They all transfer energy

They can all be reflected or refracted

All can travel in a vacuum

All travel at the speed of light

3x10 to the power of 8 m\s in air and a vacuum

All are transverse

They all obey the wave equation

Types of waves

Gamma Rays
X-rays
Ultraviolet
Visable
Infra-red
Microwaves
Radio

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