Electromagnetic radiation which is larger (larger wavelength) will easily travel through a solid object. Which of the following waves will most easily be able to travel through a wall? a. Radio waves b. Light in the visible spectrum с. Х-гаys d. Infra-red radiation

Electromagnetic radiation which is larger (larger wavelength) will easily travel through a solid object. Which of the following waves will most easily be able to travel through a wall? a. Radio waves b. Light in the visible spectrum с. Х-гаys d. Infra-red radiation

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Electromagnetic radiation which is larger (larger wavelength) will easily travel through a solid
object. Which of the following waves will most easily be able to travel through a wall?
a. Radio waves
b. Light in the visible spectrum
c. X-rays
d. Infra-red radiation

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