Does anyone know what the smallest and longest wavelengths of light

In summary, the smallest wavelength of light is approximately 10^-18 meters, corresponding to gamma rays. Light can have longer wavelengths than what we can see, such as infrared and radio waves. The longest wavelength of light is approximately 10^6 meters, corresponding to radio waves. The wavelength of light is measured using a spectrometer. Shorter wavelengths of light have more energy due to their higher frequency.
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Does anyone know what the smallest and longest wavelengths of light are? As far as I am aware radio and gamma waves are the longest and shortest types respectively. But is there a limit to how long a radio wavelength could be?
 
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1. What is the smallest wavelength of light?

The smallest wavelength of light is approximately 10^-18 meters, which corresponds to gamma rays.

2. Can light have a longer wavelength than what we can see?

Yes, light can have longer wavelengths than what we can see. In fact, infrared and radio waves have longer wavelengths than visible light.

3. What is the longest wavelength of light?

The longest wavelength of light is approximately 10^6 meters, which corresponds to radio waves.

4. How do we measure the wavelength of light?

The wavelength of light is measured using a device called a spectrometer, which splits light into its component wavelengths and measures them.

5. Why are shorter wavelengths of light more energetic than longer wavelengths?

Shorter wavelengths of light have more energy because they have a higher frequency. This means that the waves are closer together and can carry more energy per unit of time.

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