If something emits visible light

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The discussion centers on the emission of radiation by objects that produce visible light, specifically addressing whether they emit all frequencies lower than visible light. It is established that a candle emits a spectrum of radiation, including infrared, but does not emit ultraviolet radiation. The reference to Wien's displacement law clarifies that the peak wavelength of emitted radiation shifts based on the temperature of the emitting object, confirming that objects emitting visible light do not emit higher frequencies.

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Will it emit all frequencies lower than visible light? For example, a candle will emit all radiation, but no higher than visible light.
 
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