electromagnetic spectrum

electromagnetic spectrum

the range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation from gamma rays (very short waves) to radio waves (very long waves). The human eye is sensitive to only a narrow range of wavelengths of approximately 400 to 700 nm. See spectrum.

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