Particle-Wave Duality

Definition

Particle-wave duality is a concept in quantum mechanics stating that every particle or quantum entity can be partly described not only as particles but also as waves.

Related terms

Quantum Mechanics: A branch of physics dealing with physical phenomena at microscopic scales where action is quantized through discrete values rather than continuous ones.

Photon:

A type of elementary particle that represents quantum units of light or other electromagnetic radiation.

Electron Cloud Model: A model describing electrons as existing within clouds around an atom's nucleus instead of moving along defined orbits.