👉 Light, or photons, are fundamental particles of electromagnetic radiation, consisting of massless, negatively charged particles that travel at the speed of light. These particles are the primary carriers of light energy and are crucial for various phenomena, from the visible spectrum we perceive to the ultraviolet and infrared radiation that influence our environment and biological processes. Light particles interact with matter through absorption, reflection, refraction, and scattering, enabling us to see, communicate, and harness energy in countless ways. Despite their massless nature, photons exhibit wave-like properties, such as diffraction and interference, which are essential for understanding optical phenomena like lenses, prisms, and fiber optics.
