Does a photon slow down when absorbed?

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A photon does not slow down when absorbed; rather, it ceases to exist as a distinct entity. The discussion clarifies that while photons travel at the speed of light (C), their absorption results in their complete disappearance rather than a reduction in speed. This conclusion aligns with established principles in physics regarding the behavior of light and energy transfer.

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Does it not slow down? As it travels at C and then to a relative 0.
 
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No, when a photon is absorbed, it no longer exists.
 

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