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Karthiksrao
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I'm a little confused about the analysis of TM and TE modes.
As per definition, TE modes have only H (magnetic field) in the direction of propagation and TM mode has only E in the direction of propagation.
But we also know that when an electromagnetic wave propagates in a medium, E and H fields have to be perpendicular to the direction of propagation (unless the medium is anisotropic (?).
So TE and TM modes exist only in anisotropic media ? If not, what am I missing ?
As per definition, TE modes have only H (magnetic field) in the direction of propagation and TM mode has only E in the direction of propagation.
But we also know that when an electromagnetic wave propagates in a medium, E and H fields have to be perpendicular to the direction of propagation (unless the medium is anisotropic (?).
So TE and TM modes exist only in anisotropic media ? If not, what am I missing ?