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Electromagnetic refers to phenomena associated with or involving electromagnetism, the branch of physics that studies the interactions between electric charges and magnetic fields. This includes both electric and magnetic fields and their interrelationship. These fields are responsible for a vast range of phenomena in the universe, from the light we see to the forces that hold atoms together.

An electromagnetic field is comprised of electric and magnetic field components that are perpendicular to each other and propagate through space as waves. These electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum. The electromagnetic spectrum encompasses all types of electromagnetic radiation, ordered by frequency and wavelength. This spectrum includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared radiation, visible light, ultraviolet radiation, X-rays, and gamma rays. Each type of radiation has different properties and applications.

Electromagnetism is a fundamental force of nature, alongside gravity, the strong nuclear force, and the weak nuclear force. It governs the behavior of electrically charged particles. Applications of electromagnetism are ubiquitous in modern technology, including electric motors, generators, radio communication, medical imaging (like X-rays), and everyday devices like light bulbs and smartphones. Understanding electromagnetic principles is crucial for many scientific and engineering disciplines.