EM Waves

An introduction into the Electromagnetic Spectrum. Discover what the difference between an X-Ray and a Radiowave is. And, why do Randy Monkeys In Velvet Underpants Exterminate Gibbons? Download the flashcard template and answer the questions and then use them for retrieval quizzes.

Radio Waves

Radio waves are used to communicate all around the world. Learn how they do this today. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

Microwaves

What are Microwaves and how do we use them to communicate? That's what today's lesson is all about. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

Communicating with Visible and Infrared Light

You'll look at how to communicate with visible light today. And infrared isn't just used to cook stuff you know - find out how we communicate with it in this lesson. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

Ionising Radiation

An ion is a charged particle. Today we'll see how EM Waves can charge up particles and describe the dangers of this. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

X-Rays in Medicine

How can X-Rays be used in Medicine so that our dose of radiation is not exceeded? It's the question everyone's asking... Find out today.. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video


It's All Wavey - Well done! That's the end of the EM Waves topic. Try the End of Topic Quiz and some exam style questions before you move on to the Using Waves Topic.

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