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Uses And Applications Of Electromagnetic Waves (GCSE Physics)

The following is a GCSE Physics test covering 'Uses And Applications Of Electromagnetic Waves' from the broader topic Waves. The test is geared towards the AQA exam board style syllabus.
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Which electromagnetic wave is used in airport security scanners to image inside luggage non-destructively?
Which of these is a correct reason fiber-optic communications often use infrared wavelengths rather than visible green?
Why are ultraviolet and X-rays described as ionising radiation whereas radio and microwave are non-ionising?
Why are gamma rays used in cancer radiotherapy rather than visible light?
How does the wavelength of an electromagnetic wave relate to its ability to resolve (see) small details?
Which electromagnetic wave is most appropriate for measuring speed and distance of aircraft using radar systems?
Which property of electromagnetic waves is the main reason high-frequency X-rays give better detail in medical imaging than low-frequency X-rays?
Which electromagnetic wave is preferred for thermal imaging in firefighting because it shows hot spots through smoke and darkness?
Which electromagnetic waves are best for long-range ship-to-shore communication and AM radio broadcasting because they follow the curvature of the Earth at night?
Which application commonly uses infrared detectors to visualise heat patterns (thermal imaging)?
Why is infrared commonly used in thermal remote controls and short-range sensors?