Can you explain the concept of electromagnetic radiation and how it differs from a wave?

Electromagnetic radiation is a form of energy that travels through space in the form of waves. It includes visible light, radio waves, microwaves, and X-rays. These waves are created by the movement of electrically charged particles. While electromagnetic radiation and waves are related, the key difference is that electromagnetic radiation refers to the energy itself, while waves refer to the physical oscillations that carry the energy.