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A wave that travels at the speed of light and consists of a combined electric and magnetic effect

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Answer:

Electromagnetic waves

Step-by-step explanation:

The description given is that of an electromagnetic wave.

Electromagnetic waves are propagated by the vibration of electrical and magnetic fields in a perpendicular direction to one another.

  • These waves generally travel at the speed of light.
  • They are made up of magnetic and electric fields.
  • They do no require a material medium for their propagation
  • They can pass through a vacuum.
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