Spectrum
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-005511
The range of frequencies over which electromagnetic radiation extends, or a particular portion of this range. It encompasses radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays, each characterized by different wavelengths and energy levels. The allocation and management of specific frequency bands within the electromagnetic spectrum are regulated by bodies like the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-005511 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Electrical engineering |
| Translations | German: Spektrum; Spanish: espectro; French: spectre |
Record as JSON
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"subject": "Electrical engineering",
"translations": {
"de": "Spektrum",
"es": "espectro",
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/spectrum/"
}
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