Magnetic Field of Spherical Electromagnetic Wave

In summary, the conversation discusses the problem of finding the magnetic field in spherical coordinates for an electromagnetic wave issued by a strut isotropic source. The equation for the electric field is given and the person attempts to use the equation for the magnetic field in plane waves, but questions if it is applicable for spherical waves. They suggest referring to Maxwell's equations for a more general solution.
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1. The problem statemeent, all variables and given/known data
The field electric's electromagnetic wave issued by a strut isotropic source is:

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\vec{E} = E_{0} r_{0}*cos(ωt − kr) \vec{θ}
Find the magnetic field in spherical coordinates

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I think, i use the equation
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 \vec{B} = \frac{1}{w} \vec{K} \times \vec{E}

But this equation use in planes waves, so for spherical waves too?
3. The Attempt at a Solution [/B]
 
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\vec{E} = E_{0} r_{0}*cos(ωt − kr) \vec{θ}
Do you mean: ##\vec{E} = E_{0} r_{0}\cos(\omega t − kr) \hat{θ}## ?
note: you seem to have ##\vec k\cdot\vec r = kr##

You want to know if the equation ##\vec B = \frac{1}{w}\vec K \times \vec E## holds for spherical waves?
I don't know what K and w stand for... but that equation does not look general to me.
You could always go back to Maxwell's equations to see.
 

1. What is a magnetic field?

A magnetic field is an invisible force field that surrounds a magnet or a moving electric charge. It is responsible for the attraction or repulsion between magnets and the force experienced by a moving electric charge in the presence of a magnetic field.

2. What is a spherical electromagnetic wave?

A spherical electromagnetic wave is a type of electromagnetic radiation that propagates through space in all directions from its source, forming a spherical pattern. It is characterized by an oscillating electric and magnetic fields that are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of propagation.

3. How is the magnetic field of a spherical electromagnetic wave produced?

The magnetic field of a spherical electromagnetic wave is produced by the oscillating electric field. As the electromagnetic wave travels, the changing electric field induces a magnetic field that is perpendicular to it, resulting in a self-sustaining electromagnetic wave.

4. What is the relationship between the magnetic field and the electric field in a spherical electromagnetic wave?

The magnetic and electric fields in a spherical electromagnetic wave are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of propagation. This means that when one field is at its maximum, the other field is at its minimum, and vice versa. They also have the same wavelength and frequency.

5. How does the strength of the magnetic field of a spherical electromagnetic wave change with distance from the source?

The strength of the magnetic field of a spherical electromagnetic wave decreases with distance from the source. This is because the energy of the wave is spread out over a larger area as it propagates, resulting in a decrease in intensity. The strength of the magnetic field is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source.

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