ELECTROMAGNETIC

SPECTRUM
GROUP 1
MEMBERS:
Saycon, Nathaniel
Berbosidad, Synde
Duhaylongsod, Trinity
Rensal, Kaynath
Sanchez, Therese
Correos, Xander(Absent)
OBJECTIVES:
Compare the relative wavelength of different forms
of electro magnetic wave and frquencies, speed of
light (symbol for wavelength)

Site examples of practical applications of the

different regions of electromagnetic waves

Explain the effects of electrogmagnetic radiation on

living things and the environment

Apply concepts in word problems

SONG
 ELECTROMAGNETIC
SPECTRUM
It refers to the many types of
radiation released from stars,
including the sun.
It travels in waves.
 C=Λ×F
Where:

c is the speed of light (approximately 3 ×10^8

meters per second in a vacuum),
λ is the wavelength,
f is the frequency.
DEFINITION OF RELATED TERMS

Frequency - Describes how many

waves per second a wavelength
produces.
Wavelength - measures the
length of an individual wave in
meters.
RADIO WAVES:
HAS THE LONGEST WAVELENGTH
AND LOWEST FREQUENCIES IN THE
SPECTRUM.
A SINGLE RADIO WAVE CAN HAVE A
LENGTH COMPARABLE TO A
FOOTBALL FIELD.
MICROWAVES:
PRODUCES MORE ENERGY DUE TO
SHORTER WAVELENGTHS AND
HIGHER FREQUENCIES.
COMMONLY USED IN CELLPHONES
AND RADARS.
INFRARED LIGHT:
PRODUCED BY THE SUN, FIRE, LIVING
CREATURES, AND OTHER HEAT
SOURCES.
NOT VISIBLE TO THE EYE BUT FELT
AS HEAT.
Visible Light:
Red wavelengths have the smallest frequencies and longest
wavelengths of visible light.
As you see, the wavelength shorten from red to violet while
frequency increase.

Ultraviolet (UV) Light:

Beyond violet in the spectrum, UV light has shorter
wavelengths and higher frequencies.
Invisible to the human eye, UV light can cause sunburn and
plays a vital role in various technological and biological
processes.
X-rays:
X-rays have even shorter wavelengths and higher
frequencies than UV light.
Known for their ability to penetrate matter, X-rays are
invaluable in various fields for non-invasive imaging.

Gamma Rays:
Small as atom nuclei
Unlike radio waves, it has short wavelengths but high
frequencies.
 PRACTICAL
APPLICATIONS IN
REAL LIFE
 EFFECTS OF
EM RADIATION
ON LIVING
THINGS AND
THE
ENVIRONMENT
 EFFECTS OF EM RADIATION ON LIVING
THINGS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Radio Waves and Microwaves:
Radio waves are commonly used in communication technologies nowadays.
Radio waves have lower energy compared to ionizing radiation such as X-rays
and gamma rays. Hence, they lack the ability to ionize atoms or molecules, which
means they do not have enough energy to break chemical bonds or cause direct
damage to biological tissues.
Microwaves are related to thermal effects, as they can heat tissues. Microwaves
are used in technologies like microwave ovens, but their levels are regulated to
prevent harm.
These waves are non-ionizing and typically have minimal environmental impact.
They propagate through the atmosphere and are not known to cause significant
changes to ecosystems or environmental processes.
 EFFECTS OF EM RADIATION ON LIVING
THINGS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Infrared Waves:
Infrared radiation is primarily associated with heat. Infrared radiation from the Sun is
essential for maintaining the Earth's temperature. Infrared radiation can also be used in
medical applications for therapeutic purposes.
Infrared radiation plays a crucial role in the Earth's energy balance, contributing to the
warming of the atmosphere.
Visible Light:
Visible light is essential for the photosynthesis process in plants, providing the energy needed
for their growth. It also plays a crucial role in the regulation of circadian rhythms in animals,
including humans.
- circadian rhythms are physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle.
These natural processes respond primarily to light and dark and affect most living things,
including animals, plants, and microbes.
Visible light is a fundamental component of the Sun's emissions and is critical for sustaining
life on Earth. Through visible light is how living organisms function properly by seeing its
environment.
 EFFECTS OF EM RADIATION ON LIVING
THINGS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Ultraviolet Waves:
UV radiation can have both beneficial and harmful effects. It is necessary for the production of
vitamin D in the skin, but overexposure can lead to sunburn and an increased risk of skin cancer.
Radiation can be found here which can cause damage to the DNA inside a living cell. When DNA
is damaged by radiation, it can lead to cell death or to cancer.
Excessive UV radiation can have damaging effects on ecosystems, including harm to aquatic
life and the breakdown of certain materials.
X-rays and Gamma Rays:
X-rays and gamma rays are ionizing radiation and can damage living tissues by causing
ionization of atoms. Radiation can also be found here which can cause damage to the DNA
inside a living cell. When DNA is damaged by radiation, it can lead to cell death or to cancer.
These are both used in medical imaging, but it must be controlled to minimize exposure.
High levels of ionizing radiation can have detrimental effects on the environment, including
genetic mutations in plants and animals.
 WORD PROBLEMS
INVOLVING THE CONCEPT
OF ELECTROMAGNETIC
SPECTRUM
c=λ×f
λ=c/f f=c/λ
THANK YOU
VERY MUCH!