In an unpolarized EM wave, the electric field direction is
A) perpendicular to the magnetic field direction
B) parallel to the magnetic field direction.
C) perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, but randomly oriented with respect to the magnetic field direction.
D) parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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In an electromagnetic wave, the electric field is always perpendicular to the magnetic field, regardless of polarization.

In an Unpolarized EM Wave, the Electric Field Direction Is