electromagnetic wave

noun

Definition of electromagnetic wave

: one of the waves that are propagated by simultaneous periodic variations of electric and magnetic field intensity and that include radio waves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays

Examples of electromagnetic wave in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Set at a video game studio in modern-day Johannesburg, the series kicks off as an electromagnetic wave hits the studio, frying equipment and the bioelectric signals in people’s brains. — Jamie Lang, Variety, 21 Oct. 2021 Both visible light and radio waves are types of electromagnetic wave. — Rhett Allain, Wired, 26 Sep. 2020 Despite their personal struggles, the two eventually manage to overcome their opponent, creating an electromagnetic wave that short-circuits every robot in the vicinity — including Coulson! Sousa is a fun addition to the ensemble. — Christian Holub, EW.com, 11 June 2020 If possible, keep it away from other devices that use electromagnetic waves; that includes baby monitors, wireless keyboards, and even microwaves. 2. — Wired Staff, Wired, 21 May 2020 Though the word radiation always conjures up a little something frantic in the gut, there is a diverse spectrum of electromagnetic waves, with big differences among them. — Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 14 May 2020 Beginning in the 19th century, physicists such as Michael Faraday and James Clerk Maxwell developed the theory of electromagnetic waves. — Mark P. Mills, National Review, 29 Apr. 2020 If possible, keep it away from other devices that use electromagnetic waves—that means baby monitors, wireless keyboards, and even microwaves. — David Nield, Wired, 15 Mar. 2020 An electromagnetic wave is an oscillating electric field that creates an oscillating magnetic field that creates an oscillating electric field. — Rhett Allain, WIRED, 6 Aug. 2019 See More

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“Electromagnetic wave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromagnetic%20wave. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.

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