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Energy in the Atmosphere

Question 4 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S1-Nelson

How do the magnetic and electrical components of electromagnetic waves travel in relation to each other?

Answer
A
at right angles
B
toward each other
C
in a circular motion
D
parallel to each other

Explanation

The electric field and magnetic field in an electromagnetic wave are perpendicular to each other. Both fields also oscillate perpendicular to the direction the wave travels, so together they form a transverse wave. Thus, the magnetic and electrical components travel at right angles, choice A.

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