NEETPhysics-Electromagnetic Waves

NEET Physics Energy Density MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The energy density associated with electric field E̅ and magnetic field B̅ of an electromagnetic wave in free space is given by (ε₀ - permittivity of free space, μ₀ permeability of free space)

A

Uₑ = E²/2ε₀, Uᵦ = B²/2μ₀

B

Uₑ = E²/2ε₀, Uᵦ = μ₀B²/2

C

Uₑ = ε₀E²/2, Uᵦ = μ₀B²/2

D

Uₑ = ε₀E²/2, Uᵦ = B²/2μ₀

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The energy density of an electric field is given by Uₑ = E²/2ε₀ and for a magnetic field by Uᵦ = B²/2μ₀. These formulas are derived from the electromagnetic wave equations.

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