Electromagnetic radiation, particularly high-energy gamma rays, can transform into matter, such as positrons and electrons, when interacting with atomic nuclei. This process aligns with the big bang theory, which posits that all matter originated from radiation-to-matter transformations involving energetic photons. Experiments, like those at Jefferson Lab, have demonstrated that photons can create particles such as kaons through interactions, providing insights into the fundamental structure of matter. The discussion also explores the challenges of reproducing these conditions in a classroom setting and the theoretical possibility of creating electrons from photons without pre-existing matter. Overall, the conversion of light into matter is a complex process that continues to intrigue researchers.