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Yes you might be right. Perhaps I was hoping there was more to it. I'll take it as it is for now unless someone else has any thoughts. Thanks for your input!

I doubt QED is involved - that's too advanced for this course. Like I said it was just a guess - maybe not a good one! I cannot think of anything else besides that (trying to remember my subatomic physics course).

Even if I am overthinking it there are only two possibilities: either Maxwells equations are valid for all frequencies, or they are not. If not, what are the ranges and why?

Ah I should have specified the level. The exam is for an undergraduate optics at an advanced EM level (maybe 4th year physics).

It's just a guess - trying to come to an answer through discussion. Any constructive input is appreciated :)

I should add that this is not homework for a class that I am taking, nor am I receiving any marks for answering this question. Yes I am familiar with solving DEs (I have a math degree). I am also familiar with Maxwells equations (I also have a physics degree). The question is literally as I...

Homework Statement I am studying for an Optics exam and in one of the practise tests is the following question: "Over what frequency range are Maxwell's equations valid?" Homework Equations Maxwell's Equations The Attempt at a Solution I've searched through my Griffiths Intro to...