Which of the following lists different types of electromagnetic radiation in order of increasing wavelength?
A) radio waves, infrared, visible, ultraviolet, X-rays
B) gamma rays, ultraviolet, visible, infrared, radio waves
C) gamma rays, X-rays, infrared, visible, ultraviolet
D) X-rays, infrared, visible, ultraviolet, radio waves
E) radio waves, ultraviolet, visible, infrared, gamma rays

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Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength, followed by X-rays, ultraviolet, visible light, infrared, and finally, radio waves have the longest wavelength. This order correctly represents the electromagnetic spectrum from shortest to longest wavelength.

Which of the Following Lists Different Types of Electromagnetic Radiation