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Question 8 • Physical Science

Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum is nearest to radio waves?

Answer
A
microwaves
B
X-rays
C
gamma rays
D
ultraviolet light

Explanation

In order from lower to higher frequency, the electromagnetic spectrum begins with radio waves, then microwaves, followed by infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays. Therefore, microwaves are nearest to radio waves; ultraviolet light, X-rays, and gamma rays are much farther along the spectrum.

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