The spectrum of electromagnetic energy includes on one end the short ________ and on the other end the mile-long waves of ________.
A) ultraviolet rays;radar
B) gamma rays;broadcast bands
C) X-rays;infrared rays
D) radar;ultraviolet rays

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Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength and are on one end of the electromagnetic spectrum, while broadcast waves have the longest wavelength and are on the other end. Additionally, ultraviolet rays and radar are not opposite ends of the spectrum, and X-rays and infrared rays are both closer to the middle of the spectrum.

The Spectrum of Electromagnetic Energy Includes on One End the Short