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The electric field of an electromagnetic wave propagating in the positive \(z\)-direction is given by : \[ \vec{E}=\hat{a}_x \sin(\omega t-\beta z)+\hat{a}_y \sin\left(\omega t-\beta z+\frac{\pi}{2}\right) \] The wave is :

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Conditions for circular polarization:
• Equal amplitudes
• Phase difference \(=\pm90^\circ\) Sign of phase difference determines: \[ \text{LHCP or RHCP} \]
Updated On: May 22, 2026
  • Linearly polarized in \(z\)-direction
  • Elliptically polarized
  • Left-hand circularly polarized
  • Right-hand circularly polarized
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The Correct Option is C

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