Is the Case for Photons as Conductors of Electrical Energy Valid?

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The discussion revolves around the concept of photons as conductors of electrical energy, with a focus on the drift velocity of electrons in a conductor. It highlights that the drift velocity at 100V and 1 amp is significantly slower than the speed of light, suggesting a disconnect between electron movement and electrical energy transfer. The analogy of electrons in a conductor is compared to a billiard ball's movement within a large circle, raising questions about the feasibility of this model. Critics argue that this perspective does not support the idea of photons conducting energy but rather challenges the role of electrons. Additionally, the conversation touches on the "Aumic" wave theory or New Field theory, which posits that the universe is filled with virtual photons that align with real photons, reminiscent of aether theories. This suggests a complex interplay between virtual and real photons in the context of energy conduction.
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The case for photons as the conductors of electrical energy is as follows :- The drift velocity of electrons in a conductor with a 100V and 1 amp is .4mm which is approx 300 billion times less than c. The distance between electrons in a conductor is like having a circle with a 6km radius , the flow of electrons is like a billiard ball placed at the centre ,trying to hit a billiard ball placed on the perimeter of this circle. Is it possible ?
 
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The case for photons as the conductors of electrical energy is as follows :- The drift velocity of electrons in a conductor with a 100V and 1 amp is .4mm which is approx 300 billion times less than c. The distance between electrons in a conductor is like having a circle with a 6km radius , the flow of electrons is like a billiard ball placed at the centre ,trying to hit a billiard ball placed on the perimeter of this circle. Is it possible ?
That would be a case AGAINST electrons, not FOR photons (if it were an accurate description of what is going on, which it is not). A theory must be able to stand on its own.

In any case, ProdQuanta, all I read was this:
"Aumic" wave theory or New Field theory holds that the universe is saturated with such virtual photons [Note ]which are exactly similar to real photons in structure but whose energy is minimal , these virtual photons are moving in random directions , however as soon as a real photon appears they align themselves (rather in the manner of electrons in a wire conducting a current ) in the direction of propagation of the photon forming a line whose ends rest on infinity.
Sounds like an aether theory to me.
 
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