Electromagnetic Radiation Terminology

noun a type of electromagnetic radiation of very high frequency and energy, emitted by the nuclei of some radioactive substances

• Scientists use specialized equipment to detect and study gamma rays emitted from distant galaxies.
• Did you know that gamma rays are the most energetic form of light in the universe?
• I heard that superhero movies often feature characters with powers like shooting gamma rays from their hands.
• Her smile was like a burst of gamma rays, bright and powerful.

noun a signal transmitted by radio waves

• Radio waves are a type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum longer than infrared light.
• I love listening to music on the radio wave while driving.
• Let's tune into the radio wave station for some good tunes.
• His words traveled through the room like a radio wave, reaching everyone in the audience.

noun the measure of a material's ability to absorb radiation, typically used in the context of solar energy

• The absorptance of the material was measured to determine its effectiveness in blocking out light.
• The absorptance of this fabric is really good at keeping the sun out.
• I heard this new sunscreen has a high absorptance level, so it's great for staying protected at the beach.
• His absorptance of new information was impressive, as he quickly grasped complex concepts.