👉 Light particles, often referred to as photons or light particles, are fundamental entities that exhibit properties of both waves and particles. These particles are the primary carriers of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, ultraviolet light, X-rays, and gamma rays. Unlike matter particles like electrons or protons, which have mass and occupy space, light particles are massless and travel at the speed of light in a vacuum, approximately 299,792 kilometers per second. They are created and emitted by accelerating charged particles, such as electrons, and can be described using quantum mechanics. Photons interact with matter through processes like absorption, emission, and scattering, making them crucial in various phenomena, from the functioning of solar panels to the behavior of light in optical fibers and the workings of lasers. The term "light particles" emphasizes their particle-like nature, despite their wave-like properties, highlighting the duality that is a cornerstone of quantum physics.
