A red laser has a wavelength of 400 nm, and a maximum electric field of 50,000 N/C. If this laser is travelling in the +x direction, please 1. Write an equation for the electric field of this laser as a function of x and t. 2. Write an equation for the magnetic field of this laser as a function of x and t. 3. What is the intensity of this laser?

A red laser has a wavelength of 400 nm, and a maximum electric field of 50,000 N/C. If this laser is travelling in the +x direction, please 1. Write an equation for the electric field of this laser as a function of x and t. 2. Write an equation for the magnetic field of this laser as a function of x and t. 3. What is the intensity of this laser?

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