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PHYSICS
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Question
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What electromagnetic wave . has . the shortest wavelengths and the highest frequencies?
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Gamma Rays
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Ultraviolet Rays
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Radio Waves
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X Rays
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Gamma rays have the highest energies and shortest wavelengths on the electromagnetic spectrum.
Detailed explanation-2: -As you can see in the Figure above, gamma rays have the shortest wavelengths and highest frequencies of all electromagnetic waves. Their wavelengths are shorter than the diameter of atomic nuclei, and their frequencies are greater than 1019 hertz (Hz). That’s 10 quadrillion waves per second!
Detailed explanation-3: -Within the electromagnetic spectrum: radio waves have the longest wavelength but the lowest frequency; but gamma rays have the shortest wavelength and the highest frequency.
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