Plane Wave Theory

Fixed Ratio ($E_0 = cB_0$)

The Electric field is much larger in standard units ($c \approx 3\times 10^8$). In this sim, we scale $E$ to be visibly larger to reflect this physical reality.

Mutual Perpendicularity

$\vec{B} = \frac{1}{c}(\hat{k} \times \vec{E})$. The three vectors form a rigid, right-handed orthogonal coordinate system.

Phase Lock ($\Delta \phi = 0$)

In vacuum, both fields peak simultaneously. There is no temporal or spatial lag between them.

Wavelength ($\lambda$) Propagation Speed ($c$)

Electric Field Magnitude ($E_0$)

Magnetic Field Magnitude ($B_0$)

Propagation ($\hat{k}$)

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