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These types of electromagnetic waves are listed in order of increasing frequency:

microwaves, visible light, ultraviolet, and X-rays. Which type has the greatest energy?
A. Microwaves
B. X-rays
C. Visible light
D. Ultraviolet
the answer is ( B x-rays)

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Answer: B. X-rays

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Answer:

B. X-rays

Step-by-step explanation:

From the given choices, x-rays will have the highest energy of the given waves.

The energy of electromagnetic waves is highly dependent on their frequency and wavelength.

Electromagnetic waves with a high frequency and small wavelength will have higher energy compared to those with low frequency and high wavelength.

X-rays are one the most energetic waves on the periodic table. They have a very high frequency and low wavelength.

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