NEET2021Physics-Electromagnetic Waves

NEET 2021 Physics Wave Propagation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

For a plane electromagnetic wave propagating in x-direction, which one of the following combination gives the correct possible directions for electric field (E) and magnetic field (B) respectively?

A

j^ + k^, j^ + k^

B

j^ + k^, -j^ - k^

C

j^ + k^, -j^ + k^

D

-j^ + k^, j^ + k^

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

In electromagnetic waves, E, B, and the direction of propagation are mutually perpendicular. Use the right-hand rule to determine the correct directions.

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