describe a wavelength of light
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A wavelength of light refers to the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs of a light wave. It is a characteristic of electromagnetic radiation, which includes visible light, as well as other forms such as radio waves, microwaves, infrared, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays. Wavelength is typically measured in units of length, such as meters or nanometers. The different wavelengths of light determine its color, with shorter wavelengths appearing as blue or violet, and longer wavelengths appearing as red or orange.