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Photons are massless particles and do not possess a defined radius. The energy of a photon is determined by the equation E = h * f, where E is energy, h is Planck's constant, and f is frequency. There is no estimated radius for a photon, as they are considered point-like particles in quantum mechanics. The concept of size does not apply to photons in the traditional sense. Understanding the nature of photons is essential in the study of quantum physics.
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I was wondering if there is an estimated radious to the Photon. As far as I know a Photon is a particle with no mass and an amount of energy determined by h * f. Anyone knows if there is an estimated radious of a photon? thanks.
 
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Welcome to PF. Do you mean "radius"? Photons do not have a radius.
 
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