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What is the difference between a photon and a quantum?

  • A
    Photon is for light,quantum is for matter.
  • B
    Photon is a specific type of quantum for electromagnetic radiation,while quantum is a general term for any discrete packet of energy.
  • C
    There is no difference.
  • D
    Quantum is for light,photon is for matter.
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Structure of Atom

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Atomic models and Planck's quantum theory

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