2006-09-25 15:07:07 · 3 answers · asked by nypd1234 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Colors do not "emit" energy. Colors are a result of our perceptions of different wavelengths. Shorter wavelengths have higher energy. Violet corresponds to a shorter wavelength and thus would have greater energy. Ultraviolet cannot be seen but has even greater energy, sufficient to damage your skin. X-rays are still shorter and have enough energy to pass through you.
2006-09-25 15:11:41 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Waves of different wavelengths have different energies.
The formula E = hf, where E = energy, h = planck constant, and f = frequency of wave, sums it all.
Violet end waves have a higher frequency then red ones so by the formula E = hf, the violet waves would have a higher energy.
2006-09-26 08:48:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the violet end has a shorter wavelength, and thus higher energy
2006-09-25 22:08:09 · answer #3 · answered by kb27787 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋