Which type of electromagnetic waves are considered stronger?

Ionizing waves, which include gamma rays, X-rays, and higher-energy ultraviolet radiation, are considered stronger than non-ionizing waves and other forms of electromagnetic radiation because they carry enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, effectively ionizing them. This ionization can lead to chemical changes in cells and DNA, which is why ionizing radiation is associated with higher risks of cancer and other damage to biological tissues.

In contrast, non-ionizing waves, such as radio waves and visible light waves, have lower energy levels and do not have enough energy to cause ionization. They can still induce other effects, like heating in the case of microwaves, but they do not have the same potential for causing direct damage to atomic structures as ionizing radiation does. Therefore, the fundamental distinction lies in the energy levels and their resulting capabilities: ionizing radiation is stronger due to its ability to ionize atoms and molecules.