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Chapter 25, Problem 2P

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Problem 2P

The electric field of an electromagnetic wave points in the positive y direction. At the same time, the magnetic field of this wave points in the positive z direction. In what direction is the wave traveling?

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QUESTION:

Problem 2P

The electric field of an electromagnetic wave points in the positive y direction. At the same time, the magnetic field of this wave points in the positive z direction. In what direction is the wave traveling?

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The figure shows the electric field in the positive  direction and the magnetic field in the positive  direction.

The direction of the electric field , magnetic field , and the propagation of the wave  is shown on the figure below.

To find the direction of the propagation, we use the right hand rule.

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