Question

In case of the electromagnetic waves the angle between the electric and magnetic field vectors is

• A. $\pi$
• B. $\pi /2$
• C. zero
• D. none of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B $\pi /2$

Electromagnetic waves are formed when an electric field couples with a magnetic field . The magnetic and electric fields of an electromagnetic wave are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of the wave, as shown in figure