What is the Difference Between a Field and a Wave?

Thread starter Chally
Start date Dec 15, 2021

In summary, a field is a physical quantity that exists at every point in space, while a wave is a disturbance that travels through a medium or vacuum. Fields can be of different types, such as electric or magnetic fields, and are described by their strength and direction. Waves, on the other hand, can be transverse or longitudinal and are characterized by their amplitude, frequency, and wavelength. While fields are constant, waves carry energy and can interact with matter, causing it to oscillate. Fields and waves are both fundamental concepts in physics and are closely related, with waves being a manifestation of the underlying fields.

Dec 15, 2021

Chally

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