Q2 · 2022 · Paper 1Simple familiar1 mark
QUESTION 2
A photon is described as
(A)
a continuous wave of light energy.
(B)
a particle that can only propagate in a medium.
(C)
a quantum of all forms of electromagnetic energy.
(D)
a particle that mediates the forces between protons.
WORKED SOLUTION
1 markAnswer C
ANSWER
C
Worked solution
A photon is a quantum of electromagnetic energy. Option C.
Selects option C.
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