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Physics Electromagnetic Wave All Topic Question for Revision Test MCQ (Single Correct)

Which of the following statement is false for the properties of electromagnetic waves?

A
Both electric and magnetic field vectors attain the maxima and minima at the same place and the same time.
B
The energy in electromagnetic wave is divided equally between electric and magnetic vectors.
C
Both electric and magnetic field vectors are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the direction of propagation of wave.
D
These waves do not require any material medium for propagation.

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C

The time varying electric and magnetic fields are mutually perpendicular to each other and also perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.

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