In a plane electromagnetic wave,the magnetic field is given by $\vec{B} = 3 \times 10^{-7} \sin (100 \pi x + 10^{12} t) \ T$. The wavelength of the wave is (where $x$ is in meters and $t$ is in seconds). (in $m$)

  • A
    $0.02$
  • B
    $0.2$
  • C
    $0.4$
  • D
    $0.04$

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