NEET Physics Wave Properties Multiple Correct Question
Identify the correct statements from the following descriptions of various properties of electromagnetic waves. A. In a plane electromagnetic wave electric field and magnetic field must be perpendicular to each other and direction of propagation of wave should be along electric field or magnetic field. B. The energy in electromagnetic wave is divided equally between electric and magnetic fields.
Both A and B are true
Only A is true
Only B is true
Both A and B are false
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement A is incorrect as the direction of propagation is perpendicular to both fields. Statement B is correct as energy is equally divided.
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