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Wave Interactions

Question 10 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S2-Nelson

Which are properties of an electromagnetic wave? Check all that apply.carries energy only through mattertravels at the speed of lightmade of magnetic fieldsmade of electrical fieldsradiates from a source

Answer
A
carries energy only through matter
B
travels at the speed of light
C
made of magnetic fields
D
made of electrical fields
E
radiates from a source

Explanation

Electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum and consist of changing electric and magnetic fields. They radiate outward from a source, such as a lamp or radio antenna. They do not carry energy only through matter; they can travel through empty space.

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