electromagnetic radiation
[ɪ.lek.troʊ.mæg.ˈnet.ɪk ˌreɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən]
nounfemininepl: electromagnetic radiations / radiações eletromagnéticas
radiação eletromagnética
1. Energy transmitted through space in the form of electromagnetic waves, consisting of oscillating electric and magnetic fields perpendicular to each other and to the direction of propagation
Electromagnetic radiation includes visible light, radio waves, X-rays, and gamma rays.
A radiação eletromagnética inclui luz visível, ondas de rádio, raios X e raios gama.
2. A form of energy that travels at the speed of light and exhibits properties of both waves and particles (photons)
The sun emits electromagnetic radiation across the entire spectrum.
O sol emite radiação eletromagnética em todo o espectro.
3. In physics, the propagation of energy through space as a combination of electric and magnetic field oscillations
Electromagnetic radiation can penetrate through various materials depending on its wavelength.
A radiação eletromagnética pode penetrar em vários materiais dependendo do seu comprimento de onda.
This is a technical scientific term used uniformly across English and Portuguese-speaking countries in academic, medical, and scientific contexts. In Brazil, awareness of electromagnetic radiation has increased due to discussions about cell phone safety and environmental health. The term is essential in physics education and occupational health discussions, particularly regarding workplace safety near electrical installations or medical imaging equipment.
Related Idioms & Phrases
electromagnetic radiation exposure
spectrum of electromagnetic radiation
sources of electromagnetic radiation
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