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  • Understanding Infrared Radiation: Frequency, Spectrum, and Applications
    Infrared radiation doesn't have a single frequency. It's a range of electromagnetic radiation with frequencies lower than visible light but higher than microwaves.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Visible Light: Frequencies range from roughly 430 to 750 terahertz (THz).

    * Infrared (IR): Frequencies range from roughly 300 gigahertz (GHz) to 400 THz.

    It's important to remember:

    * Infrared radiation is not a single frequency. It spans a broad spectrum.

    * The specific frequency within the infrared range determines the type of IR radiation. For example, near-infrared (NIR) has higher frequencies than far-infrared (FIR).

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