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Radar waves have a lower frequency that light waves.
The frequency of a light wave is related to wavelength and speed by the equation c = »½. The color of a light wave is also determined by the frequency. The amplitude and brightness are not related to the frequency.

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What are the waves from the sun called?

The energy radiated from the sun is in the form of electromagnetic radiation or electromagnetic waves. The waves are noticed on Earth as visible light, as ultra-violet (light that is at a higher frequency than we can see) and infra-red (light that is at a lower frequency than we can see). Although the radiation is far more than just the range of visible light, we normally refer to the radiation as "sunlight"


Why can't we see radio waves and how do they differ from visible light?

Radio waves have longer wavelengths than visible light, which makes them invisible to the human eye. Visible light has shorter wavelengths that our eyes can detect, while radio waves have longer wavelengths that are outside the visible spectrum. This difference in wavelength is why we can't see radio waves but can see visible light.


What type of frequencies do bats use for their radar?

Bats use high-frequency ultrasound waves, typically between 20 to 200 kilohertz, for their echolocation radar system. These sound waves can travel long distances and bounce off objects, allowing bats to navigate and hunt in the dark by interpreting the echoes.


Do light waves carry energy?

Light waves do carry energy, and when oscillated light can carry information.


What kind of wave is beyond the red end of the spectrum?

Beyond the red end of the spectrum are infrared waves. Infrared waves have longer wavelengths and lower frequencies than visible light, making them invisible to the human eye but detectable as heat. They are commonly used in applications such as night vision technology and thermal imaging.

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Is the ultraviolet radiation from the sun higher or lower in frequency than radar waves?

Using an Electromagnetic Spectrum diagram, UV radiation has a frequency range around 1016 Hz. This is higher than the listed frequency ranges used for radar, which are under 1010 Hz.


What amplitude and frequency does a radar waves have?

Frequency is above 1 GHz or so for radar. General amplitude of waves put out by a radar gun is what I was trying to find when I stumbled across this. I imagine its in the mV or lower range though


Do light waves move at a lower or higher frequency than visible light?

they are a high frequency


What waves are on either side of the visible spectrum?

Ultraviolet (UV) waves are on the higher frequency side of the visible spectrum, while infrared (IR) waves are on the lower frequency side. UV waves have shorter wavelengths and higher energy than visible light, while IR waves have longer wavelengths and lower energy.


Do microwaves have the highest frequency?

No. Several other electromagnetic waves - including visible light - have a higher frequency.


Do ultraviolet waves have a high or low frequency?

That depends what you call "high" or "low". The frequency of ultraviolet waves is higher than that of visible light; lower than that of x-rays.


Do x-rays have lighter or lower frequency than light waves?

X-ray has a higher frequency than visible light.


Does visible light have a higher frequency then radio waves?

Definitely. The highest radio frequency is around 300 GHz, whereas the lowest visible frequency is around 400,000 GHz.


Where is infrared waves type of radiation located on the electromagnetic spectrum in relation to other kinds of radiation?

Infrared waves are located between microwaves and visible light on the electromagnetic spectrum. They have longer wavelengths and lower frequencies than visible light, making them invisible to the human eye but detectable as heat.


What waves have lower frequency?

Radio waves have lower frequency compared to visible light, ultraviolet light, and X-rays. This makes them suitable for long-distance communication because they can travel through obstacles and the atmosphere with less attenuation.


Why are x- rays more penetrating than visible light waves?

Higher frequency photons have more energy than lower frequency photons.


Are Gamma rays and radio waves both higher frequency than human vision can detect?

No. Visible light is in between those particular forms of electromagnetic radiation. Radio waves are lower frequency (longer wavelength) than visible light. Gamma rays are higher frequency (shorter wavelength) than visible light.