Post-test in Electromagnetic Spectrum

A. Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which electromagnetic wave carries more energy than the others?

a. microwaves
b. radio waves
c. UV radiation
d. visible light

2. What electromagnetic wave is sometimes called heat rays?

a. gamma rays
b. infrared
c. radio waves
d. visible light

3. What is the frequency range of UV radiation?

a. 3.5 x 109 - 3 x 1011 Hz
b. 3.5 x 1011 - 3 x 10114 Hz
c. 7.5 x 1014 - 3 x 1016 Hz
d. 7.5 x 1016 - 3 x 1019 Hz

4. What is the range of frequencies are our eyes sensitive to?

a. 3 x 109 - 3 x 1011 Hz
b. 3 x 1011 - 4 x 1014 Hz
c. 4 x 1014 - 7.5 x 1014 Hz
d. 7.5 x 1014 - 3 x 1016 Hz

5. What is the wavelength of the wave with a frequency of 3 x 109 Hz?

a. 1.0 x 10-1 m
b. 1.0 x 101 m
c. 1.0 x 10-2 m
d. 1.0 x 102 m

B. Below are the applications of electromagnetic waves. State the type of

electromagnetic wave used in each application.
1. Satellite communications
2. Texting
3. TV broadcasting
4. Radar
5. Checking bankbook signature

C. Answer the following questions briefly.

1. Describe the mathematical relationship between frequency and
wavelength.
2. What is the function of a tower in cell phone operation?
3. What does a radio transmitter do?
4. How can infrared radiation be detected if cannot be seen?
5. Why are high frequency electromagnetic waves like gamma rays harmful
to living things?