Which of these is not a form of electromagnetic radiation?Group of answer choicesDC current from your car batteryx-rays in the doctor's officelight from your camp firetelevision signalsultraviolet causing a suntan
Question
Which of these is not a form of electromagnetic radiation?Group of answer choicesDC current from your car batteryx-rays in the doctor's officelight from your camp firetelevision signalsultraviolet causing a suntan
Solution
The form that is not a type of electromagnetic radiation is DC current from your car battery. Electromagnetic radiation includes x-rays, light, television signals, and ultraviolet rays. However, DC (Direct Current) is a type of electrical power, not a form of electromagnetic radiation.
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