Question
Identify the following electromagnetic radiations as per the wavelengths given below.
  1. 10-3nm
  2. 10-3m
  3. 1nm
Write one application of each.

Answer

  1. 10-3nm → gamma radiation.

Application: Radio therapy or to initiate nuclear reactions.

  1. 10-3m → microwaves.

Application: In RADAR for aircraft navigation.

  1. 1nm → X-ray.

Application: In medical science for detection of fractures, stones in kidney, gallbladder etc.

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