The wavelengths of red, green, and blue light are shown in the table. Color Wavelength (nm) red 620–780 green 490–570 blue 440–490   Which statement correctly compares the frequency and energy of two different colors of light? A Red light has a lower frequency and more energy than green light.   B Red light has a greater frequency and less energy than green light.   C Green light has a lower frequency and less energy than blue light.   D Green light has a greater frequency and more energy than blue light.

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The wavelengths of red, green, and blue light are shown in the table.

Color

Wavelength (nm)

red

620–780

green

490–570

blue

440–490

 

Which statement correctly compares the frequency and energy of two different colors of light?

A

Red light has a lower frequency and more energy than green light.

 

B

Red light has a greater frequency and less energy than green light.

 

C

Green light has a lower frequency and less energy than blue light.

 

D

Green light has a greater frequency and more energy than blue light.

 
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