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Chemistry · Ch 2 — Structure of Atom

Dual Behaviour of Electromagnetic Radiation

2.3.2b

Dual Behaviour of Electromagnetic Radiation

2.3.2b Dual Behaviour of Electromagnetic Radiation

Planck's quantum theory and Einstein's photoelectric effect established the particle nature of light. However, the well-established phenomena of interference and diffraction could only be explained by the wave nature of light. This created a dilemma. …