An electromagnetic wave propagates in the x-direction with the electric field (blue) oscillating in the y-direction and the magnetic field (purple) oscillation in the z-direction (case 1), and vice- versa (case 2). A simple antenna is formed by a conducting wire pointing in the y-direction. In which case is the the electromagnetic wave more successfully detected by the wire? E 1 B 2

An electromagnetic wave propagates in the x-direction with the electric field (blue) oscillating in the y-direction and the magnetic field (purple) oscillation in the z-direction (case 1), and vice- versa (case 2). A simple antenna is formed by a conducting wire pointing in the y-direction. In which case is the the electromagnetic wave more successfully detected by the wire? E 1 B 2

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter34: Maxwell’s Equations And Electromagnetic Waves

Section: Chapter Questions

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