(C) In an electromagnetic wave,the electric field vector $\vec{E}$ and the magnetic field vector $\vec{B}$ are mutually perpendicular to each other an

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Both electric and magnetic field vectors are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.

(C) In an electromagnetic wave,the electric field vector $\vec{E}$ and the magnetic field vector $\vec{B}$ are mutually perpendicular to each other and both are perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave. Therefore,the statement that they are parallel to each other is false.

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Which of the following statements is false regarding the properties of electromagnetic waves?

A
Both electric and magnetic field vectors attain the maxima and minima at the same place and same time.
B
The energy in an electromagnetic wave is divided equally between electric and magnetic field vectors.
C
Both electric and magnetic field vectors are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the direction of propagation of the wave.
D
These waves do not require any material medium for propagation.