6.4.7

Radio Waves

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Radio Waves

Radio waves are used for radio and TV communications.

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Uses

  • Radio waves are used for radio and TV communications.
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Risks

  • At high intensities, radio waves can cause internal heating of living tissue with potentially harmful effects.
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Explanation

  • Because radio waves have long wavelengths, they can be transmitted (sent) around the Earth’s surface and around buildings without interference.

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4Atoms & Radiation

5Forces

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5.3Effects of Forces

5.4Pressure

6Waves

7Magnetism

8Astrophysics

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