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Which term describes a wave that is made up of electric and magnetic fields

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An electromagnetic wave is made up of vibrating electric and magnetic fields that move through space or some medium at the speed of light.
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Electromagnetic waves

Explanation:

Literally, electromagnetic waves refers to waves that are made up of oscillating electric and magnetic waves.

These waves are created due to the vibrations between an electric field and a magnetic field, propagating through space, carrying electromagnetic radiant energy.

There are 7 categories of this type of waves.

1. Radio Waves:

2. Microwaves

3. Infrared Waves

4. Visible Light Rays.

5. Ultraviolet Waves

6. X-rays: Penetrating Radiation

7. Gamma Rays

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