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Microwaves, eyeballs, and why the sky isn't purple

Microwaves, eyeballs, and why the sky isn't purple

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X-rays, gamma rays, microwaves, radio waves, what do they have in common? They’re all colors of light that you can’t see. This episode about electromagnetic radiation, the thing that makes your eyes, your phone, and your oven function as intended. I hope you find it enlightening!

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Microwaves, eyeballs, and why the sky isn't purple

Microwaves, eyeballs, and why the sky isn't purple

Mark McDonald