Electromagnetic Field
Definition
An electromagnetic field is a physical field produced by moving electric charges or changing magnetic fields. It consists of both an electric field and a magnetic field that are perpendicular to each other and propagate through space.
Related terms
Electric Flux: Electric flux measures how much electric field passes through a given area. It helps us understand how charges interact with closed surfaces.
Magnetic Flux: Magnetic flux measures how much magnetic field passes through a given area. It helps us understand how magnets interact with closed surfaces.
Electromagnetic Radiation: Electromagnetic radiation refers to the energy carried by electromagnetic waves, including visible light, radio waves, microwaves, X-rays, and gamma rays.
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