How would you describe what a photon is?

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A photon is defined as a quantized packet of electromagnetic energy. It exhibits dual characteristics, behaving both as a wave and a particle, which is essential for understanding light interactions. When light encounters obstacles, its behavior can be explained through particle theory, specifically referencing photons. This duality is fundamental in the study of quantum mechanics and optics.

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In laymans terms, How would you describe what a photon is?[?]
 
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I would probably describe it as a Quanta (package) of electromagentic energy.
 
Thank-you Jimmy
 
thats ok...as long as you ignore the spelling of 'electromagnetic'
 
Okay here is another ver.

When a light travels it has properties of rays and whenever it interacts with some obstructions etc we explain it with particle theory of light i.e. photons
 

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