10.1 - Introduction to Electromagnetic Waves
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Practice Questions
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What are electromagnetic waves?
💡 Hint: Think about what kinds of waves can travel in space.
What is the speed of light?
💡 Hint: This speed can be remembered by linking it to the letter 'C'.
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What do electromagnetic waves consist of?
💡 Hint: Consider the 'EM' in electromagnetic!
True or False: Electromagnetic waves require a medium to travel.
💡 Hint: Think about how they travel in space.
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An electromagnetic wave has a frequency of 5 × 10^14 Hz. Calculate its wavelength.
💡 Hint: Remember: convert units appropriately!
Discuss the significance of electromagnetic waves in global communication systems.
💡 Hint: Think about your daily communications and how they connect people.
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