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Question
Give any two uses of infrared waves.
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Solution 1
For therapeutic purposes and long distance photography.
Solution 2
- TV Remote Controls: IR LEDs are used to transmit encoded signals to electronic devices.
- Physical Therapy: IR lamps are used to treat muscular strains and provide warmth to tissues.
- Night Vision: IR sensors are used in goggles and cameras to detect heat signatures in the dark.
Notes
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