Why Do Metals Block Electromagnetic Waves?

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Metals block electromagnetic waves primarily due to their free electrons, which absorb and reflect the waves rather than allowing them to penetrate. This property differentiates metals from other materials, which may allow for some level of transmission. The discussion also touches on the relationship between the sun's emission of electromagnetic waves and human visual sensitivity, suggesting an evolutionary adaptation to the environment. The participants express curiosity about these concepts, indicating an interest in understanding the science behind them. Overall, the conversation highlights the interplay between materials and electromagnetic wave behavior, alongside human evolutionary biology.
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-Why do electromagnetic waves not readily penetrate metals?

Also a question occurred in class, and they asked

-"The sun emits most of its electromagnetic wave energy in the visible region of the spectrum with the peak in the yellow-green. Our eyes are sensitive to the same range, with peak sensitivity in the yellow-green. Is this a coincidence?"

I think that question was a homework question, but I could not find the answer.
 
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Have you learned what makes metals different than other materials?

For your 2nd question, given that science says we evolved and adapted to our enviornment, what do you think the answer is?
 
Drakkith said:
Have you learned what makes metals different than other materials?

For your 2nd question, given that science says we evolved and adapted to our enviornment, what do you think the answer is?

I got the answer thanks :D

The second kind of caught me by surprise, i didn't really expect an answer like that haha.
 
gu3szwhoo said:
I got the answer thanks :D

The second kind of caught me by surprise, i didn't really expect an answer like that haha.

Heh, I hope I helped. I wasn't trying to be sarcastic or anything, I was really asking what you thought lol.
 
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