AIPMT MAINS2012Physics-Electromagnetic Waves

AIPMT MAINS 2012 Physics Wave Properties MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The ratio of amplitude of magnetic field to the amplitude of electric field for an electromagnetic wave propagating in vacuum is equal to:

A

the speed of light in vacuum

B

reciprocal of speed of light in vacuum

C

the ratio of magnetic permeability to the electric susceptibility of vacuum

D

unity

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The ratio B/E for an electromagnetic wave is equal to 1/c, where c is the speed of light in vacuum.

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