👉 Light particles, often referred to as photons, are fundamental entities that constitute electromagnetic radiation. These particles are massless and exhibit both wave-like and particle-like properties, a duality central to quantum mechanics. Photons are the quanta of light, meaning they carry discrete packets of energy proportional to their frequency, as described by Planck's equation. They travel at the speed of light in a vacuum, approximately 299,792 kilometers per second, and their behavior is governed by Maxwell's equations. Light particles can be emitted or absorbed when electrons transition between energy levels in atoms or molecules, leading to phenomena such as the emission spectra of stars and the operation of solar panels. In everyday life, we perceive light particles as the source of illumination, enabling vision and influencing our sensory experiences.
