Electromagnetic radiation (EMR) is often used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Understanding the properties of EMR is important to ensure that it is used properly. EMR Type Wavelength or Frequency Application 1. Ultraviolet 5. Greater than 1019 Hz 9. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 2. Radio 6. 104 m to 106 m 10. Tanning beds 3. Gamma 7. 1015 Hz to 1018 Hz 11. Thermogram for tracking of blood flow 4. Infrared 8. 102 m to 104 m 12. Cancer therapy

Electromagnetic radiation (EMR) is often used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Understanding the properties of EMR is important to ensure that it is used properly. EMR Type Wavelength or Frequency Application 1. Ultraviolet 5. Greater than 1019 Hz 9. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 2. Radio 6. 104 m to 106 m 10. Tanning beds 3. Gamma 7. 1015 Hz to 1018 Hz 11. Thermogram for tracking of blood flow 4. Infrared 8. 102 m to 104 m 12. Cancer therapy

Inquiry into Physics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337515863

Author:Ostdiek

Publisher:Ostdiek

Chapter8: Electromagnetism And Em Waves

Section: Chapter Questions

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