STANDARDPhysics-Electromagnetic Waves

STANDARD Physics Properties of Electromagnetic Waves MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Electromagnetic wave consists of periodically oscillating electric and magnetic vectors

A

in mutually perpendicular planes but vibrating with a phase difference of π

B

in mutually perpendicular planes but vibrating with a phase difference of π/2

C

in randomly oriented planes but vibrating in phase

D

in mutually perpendicular planes but vibrating in phase

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Electromagnetic waves consist of electric and magnetic fields oscillating in mutually perpendicular planes and in phase with each other, allowing them to propagate through space.

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