Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (Chs 1-42) Plus Mastering Physics with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (4th Edition)
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Chapter 31, Problem 8CQ
The intensity of an
a. The amplitude of the electric field is doubled?
h. The amplitude of the magnetic field is doubled?
c. The amplitudes of both the electric and the magnetic fields are doubled?
d. The frequency is doubled?
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