In an electromagnetic wave in free space, the electric and magnetic fields are
A) perpendicular to one another and parallel to the direction of wave propagation.
B) perpendicular to one another and perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
C) parallel to one another and perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.
D) parallel to one another and parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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In an electromagnetic wave in free space, the electric and magnetic fields are perpendicular to each other and also perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. This is a fundamental characteristic of electromagnetic waves described by Maxwell's equations.

In an Electromagnetic Wave in Free Space, the Electric and Magnetic