An electromagnetic wave is a type of wave that consists of oscillating electric and magnetic fields, which travel through space at the speed of light.
Transverse wave: A transverse wave is a type of wave where the particles vibrate perpendicular to the direction in which the wave travels.
Electric field: An electric field is a region around a charged object where another charged object experiences an electric force.
Magnetic field: A magnetic field is a region around a magnet or current-carrying wire where other magnets or moving charges experience a magnetic force.
AP Physics 2 - 6.1 Waves
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