Electromagnetic waves: In an electromagnetic wave, the electric and magnetic fields are oriented such that they are
A) parallel to one another and perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
B) parallel to one another and parallel to the direction of wave propagation.
C) perpendicular to one another and perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
D) perpendicular to one another and parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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Electromagnetic waves consist of perpendicular electric and magnetic fields that are both perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. This is known as transverse polarization.

Electromagnetic Waves: in an Electromagnetic Wave, the Electric and Magnetic