what is the radiation spectrum? exemplify phenomena and/or applications in different regions of the same

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what is the radiation spectrum?
exemplify phenomena and/or applications in different regions of the same

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The spectrum consists of radiation such as gamma rays, x-rays, ultraviolet, visible, infrared and radio.

1. Gamma  rays :-

      It consists of the smallest wavelength electromagnetic waves.Gamma rays applications are  in radiotherapy, sterilization and disinfection.

2. X-rays :-

X-rays are a type of radiation that can pass through most solid materials. X-rays are widely used in Medical Imaging, Radiation Therapy,  Engineering Applications, Research and Development and many more.

3.u-v rays :-

Ultraviolet (UV) rays are  non-ionizing radiation that is emitted by the sun and some other artificial source.Most common application of UV rays is , this is used for disinfecting water, air and soil.

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