Microwave

Physics Concepts and Laws

Microwaves are electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than other radio waves and longer than infrared waves. Broadly, they range from about one meter to one millimeter in wavelength, corresponding to frequencies from 300 MHz to 300 GHz. They generally travel by line of sight and are used for communications, radar, satellite systems, remote sensing, medical applications, industrial heating and microwave ovens.

Wavelength range: About one meter to one millimeter
Propagation: Line of sight
Uses: Communications, radar, medical treatment and cooking

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