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What are infrared radiations? How are they detected? State one use of these radiations. |
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Answer» Infrared radiations are the electromagnetic waves of wavelength in the range of 8000Å to 107Å. Detection: If a thermometer with a blackened bulb is moved from the violet end towards the red end, it is observed that there is a slow rise in temperature, but when it is moved beyond the red region, a rapid rise in temperature is noticed. It means that the portion of spectrum beyond the red end has certain radiations which produce a strong heating effect, but they are not visible. These radiations are called the infrared radiations. Use: The infrared radiations are used for therapeutic purposes by doctors. |
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