Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Electromagnetic Waves

Question:

Electromagnetic wave carries

Options:

Charge and momentum

Charge and wavelength

Energy and momentum

Charge and energy

Correct Answer:

Energy and momentum

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Energy and momentum

Electromagnetic waves are transverse waves consisting of oscillating electric and magnetic fields. They do not carry charge, but they do carry energy and momentum, which can exert pressure (radiation pressure) on objects.

Answer: Energy and momentum