uses of light waves. make a chart using the following categories: gamma rays x-rays ultraviolet rays...
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Uses of Light Waves
Make a chart using the following categories:
• Gamma Rays• X-rays• Ultraviolet Rays• Visible Light• Infrared Rays• Microwaves• Radio Waves
Different types of radiant energy have different uses and effects. Classify the phrases in the word box under each
type of light wavelength.
• Kills organisms that spoil food
• Shows heat loss in buildings
• Allows us to see• Television signals• Portions of phone calls• Fire’s heat• Maritime communication• Treats some cancers
shows cavities in teeth• Creates a tan
• Used to cook food• Radar• Cell phone signals• Shows breaks in bones• Used to kill germs• Creates a rainbow• Radio signals• Sun’s heat• Causes a sunburn
Make a chart using the following categories:
Gamma Rays
• Kills organisms that spoil food
• Treats some cancers
X-rays
• Shows cavities in teeth
• Shows breaks in bones
Ultraviolet Rays
• Creates a tan
• Used to kill germs
• Causes a sunburn
Visible Light
• Allows us to see
• Creates a rainbow
Infrared Rays
• Shows heat loss in buildings
• Fire’s heat
• Sun’s heat
Microwaves
• Portions of phone calls
• Used to cook food
• Radar
Radio Waves
• Television signals
• Cell phone signals
•Radio signals•Maritime communications