Which of the following statements correctly compares the frequency and energy of infrared waves and ultraviolet waves?
A
Infrared waves have lower frequencies than ultraviolet waves. Since frequency and energy are directly proportional, infrared waves also have less energy than ultraviolet waves.
B
Infrared waves have lower frequencies than ultraviolet waves. Since frequency and energy are inversely proportional, infrared waves also have more energy than ultraviolet waves.
C
Infrared waves have higher frequencies than ultraviolet waves. Since frequency and energy are directly proportional, infrared waves also have more energy than ultraviolet waves.
D
Infrared waves have higher frequencies than ultraviolet waves. Since frequency and energy are inversely proportional, infrared waves also have less energy than ultraviolet waves.