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Electromagnetic theory explores how energy travels through different media. It is generally divided into three main phenomena: Licensed by Google

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Electromagnetic waves are a form of radiation created by the coupling of electric and magnetic fields that travel through space [3]. Looking at the image, you can see how these two fields interact to form a wave. On the left side of the diagram, the vertical arrow labeled Electric Field shows the upward and downward oscillation of the electric component [5, 6]. At the same time, the arrow pointing towards the bottom left represents the Magnetic Field, which oscillates horizontally [5, 9]. As you follow the wavy lines toward the right, the arrow labeled Propagation Direction indicates the path the energy travels through space [5, 6]. Notice how the red vertical waves and blue horizontal waves are positioned at right angles to each other and to the direction of travel, which is why scientists call them transverse waves [6, 9]. Unlike sound waves that need air or water to move, these waves can propagate even through the empty vacuum of space at the speed of light [4, 6]. This unique ability allows electromagnetic radiation to carry energy and information across the vast distances of our universe [3, 4]. As you follow the wavy lines toward the