What are some examples of light waves?

Light waves are a range of waves on the electromagnetic spectrum that are also referred to as the visible light spectrum. This includes all colors, including those that aren't actually visible to humans or can't be distinguished from other colors. read more

The entire range of electromagnetic waves includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, x-ray, and gamma ray from longest to shortest wave lengths. Ultraviolet, x-ray, and gamma rays are small enough to ionize particles, giving them the name ionizing radiation. read more

In physics however, the term light waves tends to be used as a synonym for electromagnetic waves. Electromagnetic waves are made of oscillating magnetic and electric fields and, like all waves, they carry energy. read more

Electromagnetic wave is another example of a transverse wave. Periodic changes takes place in electric and magnetic fields. Light waves travel across the electromagnetic spectrum, at right angles to vibrating electrical and magnetic fields. read more