The primary difference between infrared and visible light is that infrared travels faster than visible light....

The primary difference between infrared and visible light is that

infrared travels faster than visible light.

they have different amplitudes.

infrared does not have a magnetic field associated with its electric field.

they have different wavelengths.

no materials currently known have the ability to reflect infrared.

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The correct option is they have different wavelengths.

genius_generous answered 1 year ago

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