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The Speed of Single Photon is less than c [?]
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The Speed of Single Photon is less than c [?]
That is true, but only while in transit. The speed measured between when photon is emitted and received (in a vacuum) is always exactly C.Originally posted by nocturn
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That is true, but only while in transit. The speed measured between when photon is emitted and received (in a vacuum) is always exactly C.
The speed of a single photon is approximately 299,792,458 meters per second, which is the speed of light in a vacuum, also known as the "c" constant.
No, according to the theory of relativity, the speed of light is the maximum speed at which any object can travel. Therefore, a single photon cannot travel faster than the speed of light.
Scientists are using advanced techniques and technologies, such as quantum entanglement and quantum teleportation, to study the behavior and speed of single photons. These experiments involve measuring the time it takes for a single photon to travel between two points.
Understanding the speed of single photons is crucial in many areas of science, including quantum computing, telecommunications, and space exploration. It also helps us better understand the fundamental properties of light and the universe.
If scientists were able to break the "c" barrier and find a way for single photons to travel faster than the speed of light, it would challenge our understanding of the laws of physics and potentially open up new possibilities for faster communication and travel. However, this is still a theoretical concept and has not been proven to be possible at this time.