Which of the following is true for electromagnetic waves? (6.3)(a) They have different speeds in vacuum for different frequencies.(b) They are longitudinal waves.(c) They require a medium for propagation.(d) None of the preceding is true.

Which of the following is true for electromagnetic waves? (6.3)(a) They have different speeds in vacuum for different frequencies.(b) They are longitudinal waves.(c) They require a medium for propagation.(d) None of the preceding is true.

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Chapter24: Electromagnetic Waves

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Which of the following is true for electromagnetic waves? (6.3)
(a) They have different speeds in vacuum for different frequencies.
(b) They are longitudinal waves.
(c) They require a medium for propagation.
(d) None of the preceding is true.

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