Select True or False for the following statements about electromagnetic waves. X

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Select True or False for the following statements about electromagnetic waves.

X-rays are produced by a glowing light bulb.

Gamma rays can be produced in transitions of an atomic nucleus from one state to another.

Visible light is often emitted when valence electrons change their state.

The sun's radiation is most intense in the infrared region.

Blue light has a higher frequency than X-rays.

A vertical automobile antenna is sensitive to electric fields polarized vertically.

Ultraviolet radiation causes common sunburn.

X-rays are produced by a glowing light bulb. FALSE

Gamma rays can be produced in transitions of an atomic nucleus from one state to another. TRUE

Visible light is often emitted when valence electrons change their state. TRUE

The sun's radiation is most intense in the infrared region. FALSE

Blue light has a higher frequency than X-rays. FALSE

A vertical automobile antenna is sensitive to electric fields polarized vertically. TRUE

Ultraviolet radiation causes common sunburn. TRUE

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