electromagnetic spectrum

electromagnetic spectrum
The range of frequencies of electromagnetic radiation from zero to infinity. It is divided into 26 alphabetically designated bands. See also electronic warfare.

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  • electromagnetic spectrum — noun Date: circa 1934 the entire range of wavelengths or frequencies of electromagnetic radiation extending from gamma rays to the longest radio waves and including visible light …   New Collegiate Dictionary

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