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Which electromagnetic wave has the shortest wavelength?


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  1. The wavelength can be defined as the distance between two consecutive crests/troughs in wave.
  2. In the electromagnetic wave spectrum, the wave with the shortest wavelength is gamma rays.
  3. The range of wavelengths of gamma rays is equal to and less than 1×10-12m.


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