APFIVE Transverse Nature of Electromagnetic Waves
Which of the following statements accurately describes the transverse nature of an electromagnetic wave?
A
The electric and magnetic field oscillations occur parallel to the direction of wave propagation
B
The electric field oscillates perpendicular to the magnetic field, which is parallel to the direction of propagation
C
The electric and magnetic fields rotate around the axis of propagation in a helical pattern
D
The electric and magnetic field oscillations occur perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation
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