An electromagnetic wave travels due east

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Waves Sound and Physical Optics · Waves Sound and Physical Optics

Problem

An electromagnetic wave travels due east. At a particular instant the magnetic field at a point in the wave points straight downward. Describe the direction of the electric field at that point.

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