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The electromagnetic spectrum

Diagram of the electromagnetic spectrum.

The electromagnetic spectrum showing radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays and gamma rays.

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Published: 29 July 2008Updated: 18 January 2023Size: 1.33 MB
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