Uses of Light Waves Make a chart using

Uses of Light Waves

Make a chart using the following categories: • • Gamma Rays X-rays Ultraviolet Rays Visible Light Infrared Rays Microwaves Radio Waves

Different types of radiant energy have different uses and effects. Classify the phrases in the word box under each type of light wavelength. • Kills organisms that spoil • Used to cook food • Radar • Shows heat loss in • Cell phone signals buildings • Shows breaks in bones • Allows us to see • Used to kill germs Make a chart using the following categories: • Television signals • Creates a rainbow • Portions of phone calls • Radio signals • Fire’s heat • Sun’s heat • Maritime communication • Causes a sunburn • Treats some cancers shows cavities in teeth • Creates a tan

Gamma Rays • Kills organisms that spoil food • Treats some cancers

X-rays • Shows cavities in teeth • Shows breaks in bones

Ultraviolet Rays • Creates a tan • Used to kill germs • Causes a sunburn

Visible Light • Allows us to see • Creates a rainbow

Infrared Rays • Shows heat loss in buildings • Fire’s heat • Sun’s heat

Microwaves • Portions of phone calls • Used to cook food • Radar

Radio Waves • Television signals • Cell phone signals • Radio signals • Maritime communications