Lesson: Chapter 4 — Waves and their applications

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Which electromagnetic waves are used to destroy cancer cells?

A Microwaves B Infrared C Gamma rays D Radio waves

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Gamma rays. They carry so much energy that they destroy living cells, which is exactly what is wanted for cancer cells.

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