Here are the types of radiation that are most likely used for each application:
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Used for communication across mobile devices.
- Radio Waves
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Used to determine if an injury is the result of a broken bone.
- X-Rays
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Used in hospitals to kill microbes by sterilizing surgical equipment and the air in operating rooms.
- Ultraviolet
These applications align with the characteristics of each type of electromagnetic radiation listed in the table.