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Electromagnetic Spectrum

/ɪˌlɛk.troʊ.mæɡˈnɛt.ɪk ˈspɛk.trəm/noun
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The electromagnetic spectrum is the entire range of electromagnetic radiation, from low-frequency radio waves to high-frequency gamma rays, which travels at the speed of light and carries energy through space. This spectrum forms the backbone of modern communication and imaging technologies, with different portions like microwaves and X-rays serving specialized roles in everyday life and scientific discovery.

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