Section 2
Electromagnetic Waves and their Properties
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Maxwell's Equations
Maxwell's equations help form the foundation of classical electrodynamics, optics, and electric circuits.
The Production of Electromagnetic Waves
Electromagnetic waves are the combination of electric and magnetic field waves produced by moving charges.
Energy and Momentum
Electromagnetic waves have energy and momentum that are both associated with their wavelength and frequency.
The Speed of Light
The speed of light in a vacuum is one of the most fundamental constant in physics, playing a pivotal role in modern physics.
The Doppler Effect
The Doppler Effect is the change in a wave's perceived frequency that results from the source's motion, the observer, and the medium.
Momentum Transfer and Radiation Pressure Atom
Radiation pressure is the pressure exerted upon any surface exposed to electromagnetic (EM) radiation.