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How are the electromagnetic waves produced? What is the source of energy of these waves? Write mathematical expressions for electric and magnetic fields of an electromagnetic wave propagating along the z-axis. Write any two important properties of electromagnetic waves.

Electromagnetic waves are produced when the charged particles oscillate. The vibration of these particles result in energy which is emitted as electromagnetic radiations.


Mathematical expressions for electric and magnetic fields of an electromagnetic wave propagating along the z-axis are


Electric field:


Magnetic field:


Properties of electromagnetic waves are:


(i) They carry energy as they travel through space and this energy is shared by electric and magnetic fields.


(ii) They do not require any material medium for their propagation.


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