Infrared wavelengths refer to a type of electromagnetic radiation that has longer wavelengths than red light but is not visible to the human eye.
Visible Light Spectrum: The visible light spectrum includes all the colors we can see with our eyes, ranging from red to violet.
Thermal Imaging: Thermal imaging uses infrared radiation to create images based on temperature differences. It is often used in night vision cameras and detecting heat leaks in buildings.
Remote Control: Many remote controls use infrared signals to communicate with devices like TVs or air conditioners.
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