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What is the speed at which electromagnetic waves move through a vacuum?
What is the speed at which electromagnetic waves move through a vacuum?
- Greater than 10^24 Hz
- Less than 10^4 Hz
- Nearly the same speed as in air
- Denoted by the symbol c (correct)
How do electric and magnetic fields fluctuate to form an electromagnetic wave?
How do electric and magnetic fields fluctuate to form an electromagnetic wave?
- Parallel to each other
- In the same direction as the wave
- In opposite directions
- Perpendicular to each other (correct)
In which type of wave is a medium required for propagation?
In which type of wave is a medium required for propagation?
- Electromagnetic wave
- Sound wave (correct)
- Wave on a string
- None of the above
What range of frequencies do electromagnetic waves exist within?
What range of frequencies do electromagnetic waves exist within?
Where can electromagnetic waves exist?
Where can electromagnetic waves exist?
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Speed of electromagnetic waves
Speed of electromagnetic waves
The speed at which electromagnetic waves travel in a vacuum, denoted by 'c'.
Electromagnetic wave formation
Electromagnetic wave formation
Electric and magnetic fields fluctuate perpendicular to each other.
Medium for sound waves
Medium for sound waves
Sound waves require a medium (like air or water) for propagation.
Electromagnetic frequency range
Electromagnetic frequency range
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Electromagnetic wave existence
Electromagnetic wave existence
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Study Notes
Electromagnetic Waves
- Electromagnetic waves travel at a speed of approximately 299,792,458 meters per second in a vacuum.
- Electric and magnetic fields fluctuate in perpendicular planes to form an electromagnetic wave.
- In mechanical waves, a medium is required for propagation, whereas electromagnetic waves can propagate through a vacuum.
Characteristics of Electromagnetic Waves
- Electromagnetic waves exist within a wide range of frequencies, from very low frequencies (LF) to very high frequencies (gamma rays).
- Electromagnetic waves can exist in a vacuum, as well as in various mediums such as air, water, and solids.
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