SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

PHYSICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What electromagnetic wave . has . the shortest wavelengths and the highest frequencies?
A
Gamma Rays
B
Ultraviolet Rays
C
Radio Waves
D
X Rays
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Gamma rays have the highest energies, the shortest wavelengths, and the highest frequencies. Radio waves, on the other hand, have the lowest energies, longest wavelengths, and lowest frequencies of any type of EM radiation.

Detailed explanation-2: -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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Gamma rays have the smallest wavelengths and highest frequencies known. They are high energy waves capable of travelling long distances through air and are the most penetrating waves.

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