Physics-Applications of EM Waves
NEET Physics Applications of EM Waves MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12
What are infrared waves often referred to as due to their ability to increase thermal motion in materials?
A
Heat waves
B
Light waves
C
Sound waves
D
Radio waves
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Infrared waves are sometimes referred to as heat waves because they are produced by hot bodies and molecules, and they readily increase the thermal motion of water molecules and other materials upon absorption.
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