Waves and Information · Waves & Optics

Electromagnetic Spectrum

Analyzing the properties and hazards of the family of electromagnetic waves.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the frequency of an electromagnetic wave determine its ionizing potential?
  2. 2What variables affect the absorption and reflection of infrared radiation by different surfaces?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply specific EM frequencies to optimize satellite communication?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Physics - Waves
Year: Year 10
Subject: Physics
Unit: Waves and Information
Period: Waves & Optics

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