This question is about the following four types of wave:
ultraviolet**, visible light, ultrasound, **X-rays
Answer the questions, choosing words from this list.
(i) State which of the types of wave are electromagnetic.
(ii) State which type of electromagnetic wave listed has the shortest wavelength.
(iii) State two types of wave that can travel through a vacuum.
(iv) State which of the types of wave is used by doctors to obtain images of fractured bones inside the body.
State two uses for ultraviolet radiation.
Indicate whether the types of wave in the table below are transverse or longitudinal.
Show your answer for each type of wave by placing a tick (✓\checkmark✓) in one column.
| Type of wave | Transverse | Longitudinal |
|---|---|---|
| ultraviolet | ||
| visible light | ||
| ultrasound | ||
| X-rays |
198 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics Electromagnetic spectrum, covering Electromagnetic spectrum. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.