Spec 1PH0
Revise Edexcel GCSE Physics 5.4.2 Uses of electromagnetic radiation with the question bank and revision guides.
Describe some uses of electromagnetic radiation a radio waves: including broadcasting, communications and satellite transmissions b microwaves: including cooking, communications and satellite transmissions c infrared: including cooking, thermal imaging, short range communications, optical fibres, television remote controls and security systems d visible light: including vision, photography and illumination e ultraviolet: including security marking, fluorescent lamps, detecting forged bank notes and disinfecting water f x-rays: including observing the internal structure of objects, airport security scanners and medical x-rays g gamma rays: including sterilising food and medical equipment, and the detection of cancer and its treatment.
