NEETChemistryStructure of Atom
At what angles are the oscillating electric and magnetic fields produced by oscillating charged particles in an electromagnetic wave?
Options
- AThey are parallel to each other.
- BThey are perpendicular to each other.
- CThey are in the same direction as the wave propagation.
- DThey are in the opposite direction of the wave propagation.
Correct answer
B. They are perpendicular to each other.
Step-by-step solution
The oscillating electric and magnetic fields produced by oscillating charged particles in an electromagnetic wave are perpendicular to each other