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SC.8.E.5.11 Electromagnetic spectrum

Quiz by Romano, Ellen

Grade 8
Science
Florida Standards

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  • Q1
    Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum has the longest wavelength?
    X-rays
    Microwaves
    Ultraviolet light
    Radio waves
    30s
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  • Q2
    What is a practical use of infrared radiation in everyday technology?
    Ultraviolet disinfection
    GPS satellites
    Medical X-rays
    Remote controls for televisions
    30s
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  • Q3
    Which type of electromagnetic wave is used to sterilize medical equipment?
    Infrared radiation
    Radio waves
    Microwaves
    Ultraviolet light
    30s
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  • Q4
    Which electromagnetic wave is commonly used in mobile phone communication?
    Visible light
    Ultraviolet rays
    Microwaves
    Gamma rays
    30s
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  • Q5
    What characteristic of electromagnetic waves is measured in hertz (Hz)?
    Frequency
    Wavelength
    Amplitude
    Speed
    30s
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  • Q6
    Which type of electromagnetic radiation is primarily used for medical imaging technologies such as CT scans?
    Infrared radiation
    Microwaves
    Visible light
    X-rays
    30s
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  • Q7
    What is a common hazard associated with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation?
    Hearing loss
    Bone fractures
    Dehydration
    Skin cancer
    30s
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  • Q8
    Which type of electromagnetic wave is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect on Earth?
    Radio waves
    Ultraviolet light
    Gamma rays
    Infrared radiation
    30s
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  • Q9
    What property of electromagnetic waves changes as you move from radio waves to gamma rays on the electromagnetic spectrum?
    Speed decreases
    Wavelength remains constant
    Frequency increases
    Wavelength increases
    30s
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  • Q10
    Which type of electromagnetic wave has the highest energy?
    Radio waves
    Visible light
    Gamma rays
    Microwaves
    30s
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