Which type of electromagnetic radiation has the longest wavelength?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Radio waves, used for broadcasting
- Step 1: The electromagnetic spectrum runs from long radio waves to short gamma rays. Step 2. Radio waves are at the long end. Answer: radio waves. Why not the others: the others have shorter wavelengths.
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