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Which component of an electromagnetic wave vibrates perpendicular to its direction of propagation?

Electromagnetic waves consist of electric and magnetic fields oscillating perpendicular to each other and to the wave’s direction. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Relevant Chemistry topic covering principles and examples as per NCERT.