The type of energy carried by electromagnetic waves is known as radiant energy. This energy is associated with the oscillating electric and magnetic fields in the waves and travels through space at the speed of light. Electromagnetic waves encompass a broad spectrum, including radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays. Each type of wave has distinct properties and applications, such as communication technology, medical imaging, and energy transfer in various forms.