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Electromagnetic wave

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An electromagnetic wave is a type of wave that consists of oscillating electric and magnetic fields, which travel through space at the speed of light.

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