PISA LIKE TEST-SCIENCE 10 (ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES)
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- Q1
A student observes that a microwave oven uses electromagnetic waves to heat food. Which type of electromagnetic wave is primarily used in microwaves?
Microwaves
Radio Waves
Infrared Radiation
Visible Light
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q2
During a science experiment, students measure the wavelength of different electromagnetic waves. Which of the following has the shortest wavelength?
Infrared Radiation
X-Rays
Radio Waves
Ultraviolet Radiation
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q3
In a physics class, students learn that electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum. What is the approximate speed of these waves?
300 km/s
30000 km/s
300000 km/s
3000 km/s
30s - Q4
A technician uses infrared radiation to measure the temperature of an object without touching it. Which property of infrared waves makes this possible?
They travel faster than sound.
They can travel through solid materials.
They carry thermal energy.
They are visible to the human eye.
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q5
A doctor uses X-rays to examine a patient’s bones. Why are X-rays effective for this purpose?
They have low energy.
They can be reflected by bones.
They produce visible light.
They have long wavelengths that pass through skin.
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q6
A student is studying the electromagnetic spectrum and learns about its different parts. Which of the following lists the types of electromagnetic waves in order of increasing frequency?
Infrared, visible light, microwaves, radio waves
Radio waves, infrared, visible light, X-rays
Radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light.
Visible light, infrared, microwaves, radio waves
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q7
When sunlight passes through a prism, it separates into different colors. What is this phenomenon called?
Dispersion
Reflection
Refraction
Diffraction
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q8
A student learns that UV (ultraviolet) radiation can cause sunburn. What is one way to protect against UV radiation?
Using sunscreen
Wearing dark clothing
Drinking Water
Staying Indoors
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q9
During a presentation, students discuss how radio waves are used in communication. Which statement correctly describes this use?
They are not affected by obstacles.
Radio waves can only travel through air.
Radio waves are primarily used for heating food.
They are used to transmit signals over long distances.
30sS10FE-IIe-f-49 - Q10
A researcher is studying the effects of electromagnetic waves on human health. Which type of wave is most likely to be associated with increased health risks?
Radio waves
Ultraviolet
Microwaves
Infrared radiation
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