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Identify the electromagnetic waves whose wavelengths vary as

$10^{–12 m} < \lambda < 10^{–8} m$
$10^{–3 m} < \lambda< 10^{–1} m$

Write one use for each.

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Answer

$X -$ rays

Used for medical purposes.

Microwaves

Used in radar systems.

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