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Name the electromagnetic waves used for following and arrange them in increasing order of their penetrating power:
(a)water purification (b) remote sensing
(c) treatment of cancer.

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To solve the problem, we need to identify the electromagnetic waves associated with each application and then arrange them in order of increasing penetrating power. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the electromagnetic waves for each application:** - **(a) Water purification:** The electromagnetic waves used for water purification are **Ultraviolet (UV) rays**. UV rays are effective in killing bacteria and viruses in water. - **(b) Remote sensing:** The electromagnetic waves used in remote sensing are **Microwaves**. Microwaves are suitable for transmitting data and capturing images of the Earth's surface. - **(c) Treatment of cancer:** The electromagnetic waves used for the treatment of cancer are **Gamma rays**. Gamma rays have high energy and are used in radiation therapy to target and kill cancer cells. ...
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