Electromagnetic Waves · NEET Preparation Physics
Which of the following physical quantities is NOT transported by electromagnetic waves?
Practice question from Electromagnetic Waves (NEET Preparation Physics), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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Which of the following physical quantities is NOT transported by electromagnetic waves?
- A.Energy
- B.Momentum
- C.ChargeCorrect answer
- D.Information
Solution
Electromagnetic waves consist of oscillating electric and magnetic fields which carry energy, momentum, and can be modulated to carry information. They do not carry net electric charge.
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