Uses of Electromagnetic Radiation

• Gamma rays are used to kill cancer cells
• X-rays are used to produce photographs of bones

  • aka: "X-ray"
• Ultraviolet rays (UV) are used to sterilise medical equipment and/or food
• Visible light (white light) is used by humans to see things
• Infrared radiation (IR) is used in remote controls for TVs and in night-vision cameras

  • when absorbed by matter, IR causes an increase in temperature and therefore produces the sensation of warmth
• Microwaves are used to heat/cook food
• Radio waves are used to transmit information over long distances