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WAEC Physics 2012 Objective — Question 34

Question 34 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following statements about electromagnetic waves is correct?

  • A. A. Radio waves have longer frequencies than X-rays
  • B. B. X-rays have the longest wavelength
  • C. C. Some of the waves travel at 3.0x10^8 ms⁻¹Correct
  • D. D. White light occupies a region beyond ultraviolet rays

Explanation

All electromagnetic waves, including radio waves and light, travel at the speed of light (3.0x10^8 ms⁻¹) in a vacuum.

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