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An electric field `(vec E) and a magnetic field (vec B)exist in a region . The fields are not perpendicular to each other.

A

This is not possible

B

No electromagnetic wave is passing through the region.

C

An electromagnetic wave may be passing through the region

D

An electromagnetic wave is certainly passing through the region.

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C
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