Applications of EM Waves (OCR GCSE Physics A (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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Which type of EM wave is used for AM and FM radio broadcasts?
Which type of EM wave is used for AM and FM radio broadcasts?
Radio waves
Which EM waves are used in mobile phones and Wi-Fi?
Which EM waves are used in mobile phones and Wi-Fi?
Microwaves
What type of EM wave is used in TV remote controls?
What type of EM wave is used in TV remote controls?
Infrared waves
Which EM wave is used to check for broken bones?
Which EM wave is used to check for broken bones?
X-rays
Which EM wave is used in cancer treatments to kill cancer cells?
Which EM wave is used in cancer treatments to kill cancer cells?
Gamma rays
What are gamma rays used for in medical imaging?
What are gamma rays used for in medical imaging?
Getting detailed pictures inside the body
Which EM waves are used in sensors for weather forecasting?
Which EM waves are used in sensors for weather forecasting?
Infrared and microwave
What type of EM wave do radio telescopes detect from space?
What type of EM wave do radio telescopes detect from space?
Radio waves
What do radio telescopes help scientists learn about?
What do radio telescopes help scientists learn about?
Stars, galaxies, and cosmic phenomena
What type of EM wave does radar use?
What type of EM wave does radar use?
Radio waves
How does radar help in transport systems?
How does radar help in transport systems?
Helps with navigation and safety
What type of EM wave do airport security scanners use to scan luggage?
What type of EM wave do airport security scanners use to scan luggage?
X-rays