Arrange the following in the ascending order of wavelength :
$(A)$ Gamma rays $(\lambda_1)$
$(B)$ $X$-rays $(\lambda_2)$
$(C)$ Infrared waves $(\lambda_3)$
$(D)$ Microwaves $(\lambda_4)$
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

  • A
    $\lambda_4 < \lambda_3 < \lambda_1 < \lambda_2$
  • B
    $\lambda_4 < \lambda_3 < \lambda_2 < \lambda_1$
  • C
    $\lambda_1 < \lambda_2 < \lambda_3 < \lambda_4$
  • D
    $\lambda_2 < \lambda_1 < \lambda_4 < \lambda_3$

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