The average value of electric energy density in an electromagnetic wave is:

  • A
    $\frac{1}{2}\varepsilon_0 E_{rms}^2$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{4}\varepsilon_0 E_0^2$
  • C
    $\varepsilon_0 E_0^2$
  • D
    $\frac{1}{2}\varepsilon_0 E_0^2$

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