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Electromagnetic radiation

physical science Maturity 11-13 Vital Level 3

Light is a special kind of wave.

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It moves through space very fast. It can come from the sun. This light helps us see the world.
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Electromagneticwave3D.gif
It is all around us. Can you see the light?

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📚 Content adapted from Wikipedia | Readability: FK 15.1 | Vital Level 3