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State any four properties of electromagnetic waves.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Electromagnetic Waves Do Not Require a Medium:** Electromagnetic waves can propagate through a vacuum as well as through various media. This means they do not need a physical medium (like air or water) to travel, unlike sound waves which require a medium. 2. **Transverse Nature of Electromagnetic Waves:** Electromagnetic waves are classified as transverse waves. This means that the oscillations of the electric and magnetic fields are perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. ...
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