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In Physics / College | 2025-07-07

How are electromagnetic waves different than all other waves?
A. They can be transmitted.
B. They can be reflected.
C. They can vibrate matter.
D. They can travel through space.

Asked by dnddemon

Answer (2)

Electromagnetic waves differ from other waves primarily because they can travel through space without a medium. They can be transmitted, reflected, but do not vibrate matter like mechanical waves. This capability is a fundamental distinction in physics. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08

Electromagnetic waves differ from all other waves primarily because they can travel through space without a medium. While they can be transmitted and reflected, they do not require matter to vibrate. Therefore, the correct answer is D: They can travel through space.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-16