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What does an electromagnetic wave consist of?

Correct answer D. Electric and magnetic fields moving perpendicular to each other

Explanation

An electromagnetic wave is made of oscillating electric and magnetic fields that are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of travel, moving at the speed of light.

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