Physics PYQ 124 of 144 · Magnetism

What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in the remote control of a television?

  1. AInfrared
  2. BUltraviolet
  3. CVisible
  4. DNone of the above

UPPSC 2013

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Correct answer: (a) Infrared

Explanation

TV remotes transmit signals using infrared (IR) radiation, whose wavelength is longer than that of visible light.

IR is invisible to the human eye yet easily emitted by a cheap LED and detected by a sensor.

Ultraviolet is harmful and high-energy, making it unsuitable for everyday remotes.

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