If $\vec{E}$ and $\vec{B}$ are the electric field and magnetic field vectors of an electromagnetic wave respectively,then what is the direction of propagation of the electromagnetic wave?

  • A
    $\vec{E}$
  • B
    $\vec{B}$
  • C
    $\vec{E} \times \vec{B}$
  • D
    None of these

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