Comparing two different types of electromagnetic waves, infrared and ultraviolet, we can say thatA. Infrared has a longer wavelength and higher frequency than ultraviolet.B. Infrared has a shorter wavelength and higher frequency than ultraviolet.C. Infrared has a longer wavelength and lower frequency than ultraviolet.D. Infrared has a shorter wavelength and lower frequency than ultraviolet.

Comparing two different types of electromagnetic waves, infrared and ultraviolet, we can say thatA. Infrared has a longer wavelength and higher frequency than ultraviolet.B. Infrared has a shorter wavelength and higher frequency than ultraviolet.C. Infrared has a longer wavelength and lower frequency than ultraviolet.D. Infrared has a shorter wavelength and lower frequency than ultraviolet.

College Physics

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ISBN:9781285737027

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter22: Reflection And Refraction Of Light

Section: Chapter Questions

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