An electromagnetic wave consists of
A) only an electric field.
B) only a magnetic field.
C) an electric field and a magnetic field oriented parallel to each other.
D) an electric field and a magnetic field oriented perpendicular to each other.

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Electromagnetic waves consist of oscillating electric and magnetic fields that are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of wave propagation.

An Electromagnetic Wave Consists of