Edexcel International GCSE Physics
Edexcel International GCSE Physics The Electromagnetic Spectrum Exam Questions
Free Edexcel International GCSE Physics exam questions on The Electromagnetic Spectrum, with mark schemes. Covers the order, uses and dangers of electromagnetic waves.
The Electromagnetic Spectrum exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 3: Waves, including The Electromagnetic Spectrum. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
About Edexcel International GCSE Physics The Electromagnetic Spectrum
This sub-topic covers the EM spectrum.
What you need to know
- Order Radio, microwave, IR, visible, UV, X-ray, gamma.
- Uses Communication, cooking, imaging and sterilising.
- Dangers Heating, cancer and eye damage.
Common mistakes in The Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Wrong order.
- Saying EM waves need a medium.
Try two The Electromagnetic Spectrum exam-style questions
1. State one use of infrared. (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
Remote controls or heaters.
2. Give one danger of ultraviolet. (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
Skin cancer.
The Electromagnetic Spectrum FAQs
What does this cover?
EM spectrum order, uses and dangers.
Do all EM waves travel at the same speed?
Yes, in a vacuum.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Edexcel IGCSE Physics 4PH1 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.