Science Worksheet · Grades 6–9
The Electromagnetic Spectrum Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 6-9 on the electromagnetic spectrum. Students learn the bands from radio to gamma with a labeled diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 6–9
Skill Focus
The Electromagnetic Spectrum, physical science
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The electromagnetic spectrum is the full range of electromagnetic waves, from radio waves to gamma rays. This worksheet teaches the order of the spectrum by wavelength and energy with a labeled diagram.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the terms and shows the spectrum bar in order from long to short wavelength. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Waves and Light worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and study the labeled spectrum bar.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Light Worksheet for visible light.
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The Electromagnetic Spectrum Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 6-9 on the electromagnetic spectrum. Students learn the bands from radio to gamma with a labeled diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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