When an $EM$ wave propagates through a vacuum,then:

  • A
    $E$-field leads $B$-field
  • B
    $E$-field lags $B$-field
  • C
    $E$-field and $B$-field are in the same phase
  • D
    Energy is stored only in $E$-field

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