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WAEC Physics 2018 Objective — Question 20

Question 20 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2018 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following electromagnetic waves is most energetic?

  • A. Radio waves
  • B. X-rays
  • C. Gamma raysCorrect
  • D. Ultra-violet rays

Explanation

Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength and highest frequency of the options, so they carry the most energy (E=hf).

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