Note the different types of electromagnetic radiation: Which list correctly ranks the electromagnetic waves in order of increasing frequency?
A)2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 1
B)2, 5, 4, 1, 6, 3
C)2, 5, 4, 6, 1, 3
D)3, 1, 6, 4, 5, 2
E)3, 6, 1, 4, 5, 2

Question

Note the different types of electromagnetic radiation:  Which list correctly ranks the electromagnetic waves in order of increasing frequency?
A)2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 1 
B)2, 5, 4, 1, 6, 3 
C)2, 5, 4, 6, 1, 3 
D)3, 1, 6, 4, 5, 2 
E)3, 6, 1, 4, 5, 2

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The electromagnetic waves are arranged in the following order: 
1. Radio waves (2)
2. Microwaves (5)
3. Infrared radiation (4)
4. Visible light (6)
5. Ultraviolet radiation (1)
6. X-rays (3)

Therefore, the correct order of increasing frequency is 2, 5, 4, 6, 1, 3, and the best choice is C.

Note the Different Types of Electromagnetic Radiation: Which List