Karen Pete, Madison Juncker, and Payton Stephenson
Electromagnetic Spectrum
  • Intro
  • Radio Waves
  • Microwaves
  • Infrared Rays
  • Visible Light
  • Ultraviolet Rays
  • X-Rays
  • Gamma Rays
  • Works Cited











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Gamma Rays

Frequency:
The frequency of gamma rays is 1,019 Hz.

Wavelength:
Gamma Rays wavelength is 10 picometers.

Practical Applications: 
 Gamma rays are very helpful in the real world.  They kill cancer cells without having to resort to difficult surgeries,  and they sterilize food and medical equipment.

Negative Factors/Health Precautions:
Gamma rays are useful, but they can cause cell damage and can cause mutations in growing tissues.

Future Possibilities/Interesting Facts:
Gammas rays are the most energetic form of electromagnetic radiation. They can also penetrate through several centimeters of lead.

Location on the Spectrum:
Gamma rays are last on the electromagnetic spectrum having the shortest wavelength.




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