In Quest Of The Universe
In Quest Of The Universe
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Author: Theo Koupelis
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
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Chapter 4, Problem 1RQ
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The position of frequency of visible light in electromagnetic spectrum.

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Answer to Problem 1RQ

Option (e)

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Wavelength of light could be much shorter or much longer than a human eye can detect. Light are called electromagnetic waves because it is related to both electricity and magnetism. The range of different wavelengths of light called as electromagnetic spectrum.

The electromagnetic spectrum is divided into seven regions in order of increasing frequencies they are as follows:

Radio waves

Microwaves

Infrared

Visible light

Ultraviolet (UV)

X-rays

Gamma rays

The diagram representing the frequency is given below.

    In Quest Of The Universe, Chapter 4, Problem 1RQ

Conclusion:

The frequency of visible light falls between ultraviolet and radio waves. Thus, option (e) is correct.

Infrared waves and radio waves both are on right side of visible region. Thus, option (a) is incorrect.

X- Rays and cosmic rays both falls on left side of visible region. Thus, option (b) is incorrect.

Ultraviolet waves and X rays both lie on the same side of visible region. Thus, option (c) is incorrect.

Short radio waves and long radio waves both are types of radio waves. Thus, option (d) is incorrect.

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