Is a Photon Considered a Real Object?

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In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of a photon as a real object and questions its lack of an inertial frame and velocity.
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Photon is real object, a gamma photon can create a pair electron and positron. But if photon is a reality object then why itself is not a inertial frame so in this frame its velocity is equal 0?
 
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fxdung said:
Photon is real object
What is the definition of a real object?

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But if photon is a reality object then why itself is not a inertial frame so in this frame its velocity is equal 0?
Can you derive from the definition of a real object that they must have an inertial frame? If not, then this question doesn’t make sense.
 
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FAQ: Is a Photon Considered a Real Object?

Is a photon a particle or a wave?

A photon is a fundamental particle of light that exhibits properties of both a particle and a wave. It behaves like a particle in some situations, such as when it interacts with matter, and like a wave in others, such as when it travels through space.

How is a photon created?

A photon can be created through various processes, such as the emission of light from an excited atom or the annihilation of a particle and its antiparticle. It can also be created through nuclear reactions, such as in the sun, where hydrogen atoms fuse to form helium and release photons in the process.

Does a photon have mass?

No, a photon does not have mass. It is a massless particle, meaning it does not have any rest mass. However, it does have energy and momentum, which are related to its frequency and wavelength.

Can a photon be destroyed?

Yes, a photon can be destroyed through various processes, such as absorption by matter or annihilation with an antiparticle. When a photon is absorbed, its energy is transferred to the absorbing material, and it no longer exists as a separate entity.

How fast does a photon travel?

A photon travels at the speed of light, which is approximately 299,792,458 meters per second in a vacuum. This is the fastest speed possible and is a fundamental constant in the universe.

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