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The order of increasing frequency in the electromagnetic spectrum may be arranged as-

  • A.) Gamma rays, X-rays, visible light, radio waves
  • B.) X-rays, gamma rays, visible light, radio waves
  • C.) Radio waves, visible light, X-rays, gamma rays
  • D.) Radio waves, visible light, gamma rays, X-rays

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The electromagnetic spectrum consists of various types of waves arranged by frequency. To determine the correct order of increasing frequency, we need to understand the general hierarchy of these waves.

Electromagnetic Spectrum Order

The correct sequence from lowest to highest frequency is:

  • Radio waves
  • Visible light
  • X-rays
  • Gamma rays

Correct Answer

Based on this arrangement, the answer is:

C.) Radio waves, visible light, X-rays, gamma rays