Assertion $(A)$: Electromagnetic waves exert pressure,called radiation pressure.
Reason $(R)$: This is because they carry energy.

  • A
    Both $A$ and $R$ are true and $R$ is a correct explanation for $A$.
  • B
    Both $A$ and $R$ are true but $R$ is not a correct explanation for $A$.
  • C
    $A$ is true but $R$ is false.
  • D
    $A$ is false but $R$ is true.

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