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An electromagnetic wave is propagating towards the west. At a certain moment the direction of the magnetic field vector associated with this wave points vertically up. What is the direction of the electric field vector?

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Answer:

the electric field is pointing horizontal direction and in south direction

Step-by-step explanation:

In an electromagnetic wave, the magnetic field and electrical field are perpendicular to each other and these are perpendicular to the direction of the waves.

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