Difference between emission due to absorption and reflection

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The discussion centers on the distinct photon interaction mechanisms involved in emission due to absorption versus reflection. Emission due to absorption occurs when photons are absorbed by a material, exciting electrons to higher energy states, which later release energy as photons when returning to their ground state. In contrast, reflection involves the bouncing back of photons from a surface without energy absorption. Understanding these mechanisms is crucial for fields such as optics and photonics.

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May 3, 2018

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What is the difference between the photon interaction mechanisms in emission due to absorption and reflection?

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