Electromagnetic spectrum consists of Radio waves Microwaves Infrared Visible light Ultraviolet X-ray Gamma ray
We use these everyday in our life however they also have dangers.
Radio waves - their long wavelength allows them to help with communication Danger - exposure to a lot of radio waves can cause cancer or leukaemia
Microwaves - used for heating up food and transferring heat to the food. Dangers - exposure can cause cancers and other diseases.
Infrared - can be used for remote controls and security cameras. Danger - can cause damage to the cornea in your eye
Visible light - used for photography and optical fibres. Danger - intense sources can cause permanent or temporary damage to the eyesight.
Ultraviolet - can be used to sterilise food and sterilise surgical equipment. Danger - can cause skin damage and may lead to a cancer.
X-rays - used to see the internal structure of tissues and bones. Dangers - can lead to mutations and May damage the cells
Gamma- can be used to sterilise food and surgical equipment and kill microorganisms and other bacteria. Dangers - May reach your cells and cause cancer and cell mutations which could result in mutations.
