Question
Identify the following electromagnetic radiations as per the wavelengths given below.
- 10-3nm
- 10-3m
- 1nm
✓
Answer
- 10-3nm → gamma radiation.
Application: Radio therapy or to initiate nuclear reactions.
- 10-3m → microwaves.
Application: In RADAR for aircraft navigation.
- 1nm → X-ray.
Application: In medical science for detection of fractures, stones in kidney, gallbladder etc.
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