IB Physics HL C.2.5 Electromagnetic Wave Speed Question Bank
Practise IB Physics HL C.2.5 by linking c, wavelength and frequency to Maxwell’s field model and electromagnetic travel-time data.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2025
- Course
- Physics HL
- Level
- HL
Exam points
- Apply c = fλ and timing data to solve electromagnetic-wave distance or frequency problems.
- Use Maxwell’s field prediction to explain invariant vacuum speed and transverse fields.
- Distinguish vacuum speed from changes in wavelength or frequency when conditions change.
C.2.5—Electromagnetic wave speed question 1
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Electromagnetic waves
A
always obey an inverse square law.
B
are made up of electric and magnetic fields of constant amplitude.
C
always travel at the same speed in a vacuum.
D
are always polarized.
C
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