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13. Which type of electromagnetic wave is associated with thermal energy? a. infrared rays b. X rays c. visible light d. gamma rays e. radio waves

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Chapter8: Electromagnetism And Em Waves

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Which type of electromagnetic wave is associated with thermal energy?

	a.	infrared rays
	b.	X rays
	c.	visible light
	d.	gamma rays
	e.	radio waves

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