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How are the different types of electromagnetic waves organized?

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According to wavelength or frequency.

Step-by-step explanation:

The electromagnetic spectrum consists of all electromagnetic radiation of all possible wavelengths and frequencies.

The most common part of the spectrum ranges roughly from wavelengths of 10⁻¹² m (gamma rays) to 10³ m (radio waves).

The chart below gives an idea of the range of the electromagnetic spectrum.

How are the different types of electromagnetic waves organized?-example-1
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