AIPMT PRELIMS2010Physics-Electromagnetic Waves

AIPMT PRELIMS 2010 Physics Properties of Electromagnetic Waves MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following statement is false for the properties of electromagnetic waves?

A

These waves do not require any material medium for propagation

B

Both electric and magnetic field vectors attains the maxima and minima at the same place and same time

C

The energy in electromagnetic wave is divided equally between electric and magnetic vectors

D

Both electric and magnetic field vectors are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the direction of propagation of wave

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

In electromagnetic waves, the electric and magnetic field vectors are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of wave propagation.

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