Physics A-Level
Orders of magnitude across the spectrum
What Orders of magnitude across the spectrum means in Physics A-Level, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Orders of magnitude across the spectrum
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Orders of magnitude across the spectrum in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: OCR
Approximate wavelength ranges for each principal region, not sharp boundaries, with adjacent regions overlapping slightly.
Topics that use Orders of magnitude across the spectrum
- Electromagnetic waves (OCR A-Level)
Related terms
- Critical angle
- Refraction
- Refraction in rectangular blocks
- Refractive index
- Shared wave behaviours and differing photon energies
- sin C = 1/n
- Spectrum ordering by wavelength and frequency
- Total internal reflection
Using Orders of magnitude across the spectrum in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Physics questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Physics A-Level termsA week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge