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Microwaves and infrared waves have wavelengths than visible light.

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Illustration of a microwave, satellite, and infrared camera.

Microwaves that can be absorbed by water molecules are used for:

Microwave ovens

Satellite communication

Seeing animals in the dark

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Microwaves that cannot be absorbed by water molecules are used for:

Microwave ovens

Satellite communication

Seeing animals in the dark

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Infrared radiation is emitted from objects that have thermal energy.

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Illustration of burning objects showing flames and barrels.

True or false? Higher temperature objects emit less infrared radiation than lower temperature objects.

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Infrared cameras specialise in spotting live organisms because:

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Infrared cameras can detect the infrared radiation emitted by animals

Animals are attracted to infrared camera

Animals are warmer than the surrounding environment and therefore emit more infrared radiation

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Infrared r can be used to cook food and heat a room.


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The hot metal e a lot of infrared radiation.

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