electromagnetic spectrum

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wavelength

distance between crests of a wave

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crest

top of wave

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trough

bottom of wave

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amplitude

height of wave

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wavelength

distance between 2 waves

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equilibrium

point of wave on the line

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frequency

waves passing through a given point

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velocity

speed & direction of propagation

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electromagnetic spectrum

range of energies w/ distinct wavelengths and frequencies

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energy

frequency of wave

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radiation

emission/transmission of energy in the form of electromagnetic waves through space/medium

ionized = not safe

not ionized = safe

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mechanical waves

transversal & longitudal

includes sound

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increased wavelength

decreased frequency & energy

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decreased wavelength

increased frequency & energy`