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AM radio waves and radio waves in general are both electromagnetic waves used for transmitting information through the air. The main difference is that AM radio waves have a lower frequency and longer wavelength compared to other radio waves. This allows AM signals to travel longer distances but with lower audio quality compared to higher frequency radio waves.

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