The two forms of electromagnetic (E- M) radiation that experience the least atmospheric opacity are
A) microwaves and radio waves.
B) X and gamma radiation.
C) ultraviolet and infrared waves.
D) visible light and infrared waves.
E) visible light and radio waves.

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Visible light and radio waves experience the least atmospheric opacity, allowing them to travel through the atmosphere with minimal absorption and scattering. This is why we can see light from the Sun and why radio communications are effective over long distances on Earth.

The Two Forms of Electromagnetic (E- M) Radiation That Experience