Where do all the interfered photons go?

Thread starter rchase
Start date Mar 19, 2011
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In summary, the double slit experiment shows that if one of the slits is operated at a 180 degree phase shift, little to no light will be emitted. There is a possibility of photons being emitted between the slits, but they are very unlikely. Virtual particles may be involved in this experiment, but I am not sure.

Mar 23, 2011

rchase

Does the path of a charged particle in a weak magnetic field absorb photons in a quantized to curve it's path, or just interact with the background field? The question is, is everything end up photons, or not all electromagnetic interactions? Or do we only consider the wave photons when it hits a "atom" with both a positive and negative charge?

<h2>1. What is the concept of "interfered photons"?</h2><p>Interfered photons refer to the phenomenon where two or more photons interact with each other, resulting in a change in their properties such as direction, polarization, or energy. This interference can occur when photons pass through materials or when they are emitted from different sources and overlap with each other.</p><h2>2. Where do the interfered photons go?</h2><p>The interfered photons do not disappear or get destroyed. They continue to exist, but their properties may be altered due to the interference. For example, if two photons with different polarizations interfere with each other, the resulting photon may have a different polarization state.</p><h2>3. How is the direction of interfered photons affected?</h2><p>The direction of interfered photons can be affected by the interference pattern created by the overlapping photons. This pattern can cause the photons to be redirected or scattered in different directions, depending on the properties of the photons and the materials they are interacting with.</p><h2>4. Can interfered photons be detected?</h2><p>Yes, interfered photons can be detected using specialized equipment such as detectors or cameras. These devices are designed to measure the properties of photons, including their direction, polarization, and energy. By analyzing the patterns of detected photons, scientists can study the effects of interference and gain insights into the behavior of light.</p><h2>5. How is the phenomenon of interfered photons relevant in science?</h2><p>The study of interfered photons is essential in various fields of science, such as optics, quantum mechanics, and photonics. It helps scientists understand the behavior of light and its interactions with matter, which has practical applications in technologies such as lasers, telecommunications, and medical imaging. Additionally, the phenomenon of interfered photons has also played a crucial role in the development of quantum computing and cryptography.</p>

1. What is the concept of "interfered photons"?

Interfered photons refer to the phenomenon where two or more photons interact with each other, resulting in a change in their properties such as direction, polarization, or energy. This interference can occur when photons pass through materials or when they are emitted from different sources and overlap with each other.

2. Where do the interfered photons go?

The interfered photons do not disappear or get destroyed. They continue to exist, but their properties may be altered due to the interference. For example, if two photons with different polarizations interfere with each other, the resulting photon may have a different polarization state.

3. How is the direction of interfered photons affected?

The direction of interfered photons can be affected by the interference pattern created by the overlapping photons. This pattern can cause the photons to be redirected or scattered in different directions, depending on the properties of the photons and the materials they are interacting with.

4. Can interfered photons be detected?

Yes, interfered photons can be detected using specialized equipment such as detectors or cameras. These devices are designed to measure the properties of photons, including their direction, polarization, and energy. By analyzing the patterns of detected photons, scientists can study the effects of interference and gain insights into the behavior of light.

5. How is the phenomenon of interfered photons relevant in science?

The study of interfered photons is essential in various fields of science, such as optics, quantum mechanics, and photonics. It helps scientists understand the behavior of light and its interactions with matter, which has practical applications in technologies such as lasers, telecommunications, and medical imaging. Additionally, the phenomenon of interfered photons has also played a crucial role in the development of quantum computing and cryptography.