Theory of photons

Definition

The theory of photons states that light behaves both as particles (photons) and as waves. It explains various phenomena such as the photoelectric effect, where electrons are emitted from a material when exposed to light.

Related terms

Photoelectric Effect:

The photoelectric effect refers to the emission of electrons from a material when it absorbs photons with sufficient energy. This phenomenon supports the particle-like behavior of light.

Wave-particle duality:

Wave-particle duality is the concept that particles like photons can exhibit both wave-like and particle-like properties depending on how they are observed or measured.

Quantum Mechanics:

Quantum mechanics is the branch of physics that describes the behavior and interactions of particles at the atomic and subatomic levels, including photons. It provides a mathematical framework for understanding the theory of photons.