Uses And Applications Of Electromagnetic Waves (GCSE Physics)

Which electromagnetic wave type would give the best spatial resolution to detect tiny cracks inside a metal component non-destructively?

Why are ultraviolet lamps used in fluorescent banknote scanners and some forensics?

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 part of the electromagnetic spectrum is most suitable for cooking food quickly in a domestic microwave oven?

For satellite television and some mobile data links, which part of the spectrum is typically used because of its ability to carry large amounts of data and be directed by small antennas?

Which electromagnetic wave is most appropriate for measuring speed and distance of aircraft using radar systems?

Which property of radio waves makes them suitable for broadcasting to long distances and around hills?

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?

Why are visible lasers (very short wavelength light) used in DVD players and some optical storage technologies?

Why is ultraviolet (UV) exposure from the Sun associated with higher risk of skin cancer?

What is the main reason ultraviolet (UV) lamps are used to sterilise water and surfaces?