Which l of the following correctly describes a gamma ray?
A- long wavelength and low frequency
B- long wavelength and high frequency
C- short wavelength and low frequency
D- short wavelength and high frequency
wavelength and frequency are inversely related
frequency and energy are directly related (Planck equation)
gamma rays are high energy ... nuclear explosions are a source
Im not getting it
The answer is C. I verified it.
Thx
Kaitlyn (and you) are both in error
that's one down and three to go
To determine which option describes a gamma ray, we need to understand the properties of gamma rays.
Gamma rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, similar to X-rays and ultraviolet light. They have the shortest wavelengths and the highest frequencies within the electromagnetic spectrum.
The wavelength of a wave is the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs of the wave, while frequency measures how many complete cycles of the wave occur in a specific time period.
Now, let's analyze the given options:
A- Long wavelength and low frequency: This option contradicts the characteristics of gamma rays, as they have short wavelengths and high frequencies. Therefore, option A can be eliminated.
B- Long wavelength and high frequency: This option also contradicts the properties of gamma rays because gamma rays have short wavelengths and high frequencies. So, option B is incorrect.
C- Short wavelength and low frequency: This option is also incorrect because gamma rays have short wavelengths and high frequencies, not low frequencies. Therefore, option C is not the correct choice.
D- Short wavelength and high frequency: This option correctly describes gamma rays. Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength and the highest frequency. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.
In conclusion, the correct option is D- short wavelength and high frequency.