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The figure here gives the electric field of an EM wave at a certain point and a certain. The wave is transporting energy in the negative z direction. What is the direction of the magnetic field of the wave at the point and instant?

A

Towards + X direction

B

Towards - X direction

C

Towards + direction

D

Towards - Z direction

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The correct Answer is:
a
The direction of EM wave is fiven by the direction of `vecExxvecB`.
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