Similarities/differences between EM waves and particle waves

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The discussion centers on the fundamental differences and similarities between electromagnetic (EM) waves and particle waves. Participants assert that while both represent energy, they are distinct phenomena. EM waves are described as oscillations of electric and magnetic fields, while particle waves pertain to the wave-particle duality of matter, as articulated by quantum mechanics. The relationship between energy and mass is highlighted through the equation E=mc², emphasizing that both forms of energy can exhibit wave-like behavior.

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  • Understanding of electromagnetic radiation principles
  • Familiarity with wave-particle duality in quantum mechanics
  • Knowledge of the equation E=mc²
  • Basic concepts of energy and mass in physics
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  • Research the properties of electromagnetic waves and their applications
  • Study quantum mechanics focusing on wave-particle duality
  • Explore the implications of E=mc² in modern physics
  • Investigate the differences between classical and quantum waves
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Bare with me, I haven't gone to 3rd level yet. Hopefully, if I get enough points, I will be at University next year.


I am just wondering, what is the difference between energy traveling as a wave, like electro magnetic radiation, and the wave state of a particle? Are these the same waves? Or two different types?
 
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from what i know, they are the same thing, just different ways of describing it. when energy travels as a wave, it also travels in quanta, and when particles travel in waves, that's the same as energy traveling because e= mc^2
 

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