Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) Secondary Integrated Science Practice test

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Which of the following is NOT an electromagnetic wave?

X-rays
Light
Sound waves
Microwaves

The correct answer is: Sound waves

Sound waves are a form of mechanical wave, not an electromagnetic wave. They require a medium (such as air, water, or solid materials) to propagate, meaning they cannot travel through a vacuum. In contrast, electromagnetic waves, which include X-rays, visible light, and microwaves, do not require a medium and can travel through a vacuum. Electromagnetic waves are generated by the oscillation of electric and magnetic fields and encompass a wide spectrum, with sound waves being distinct in their nature and requirement for a physical medium to transmit energy. This fundamental difference in how these waves propagate clarifies why sound waves are not classified as electromagnetic waves.