Modern Physics
Modern Physics
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780805303087
Author: Randy Harris
Publisher: Addison Wesley
bartleby

Concept explainers

Question
Book Icon
Chapter 12, Problem 1CQ
To determine

To Explain:Field Quantum

Expert Solution & Answer
Check Mark

Explanation of Solution

In classical electromagnetism, we learned about the electromagnetic force electromagnetic field, and electromagnetic wave. When we learn about electromagnetic field, it is a medium for particles to interact with each other. In modem physics, we explained this force as mediated by photon, an excitation of the electromagnetic field. The photon is the field quantum.

Want to see more full solutions like this?

Subscribe now to access step-by-step solutions to millions of textbook problems written by subject matter experts!
Students have asked these similar questions
a) Write the integral and derivative expressions of Maxwell's equations applied to free space and make a physical interpretation of the equations? b) Give information about the difference of quantum mechanics and Newtonian mechanics and their relationship to each other in boundary states.
A field occupies space, contains energy, and its presence precludes a classical "true vacuum". Is the above statement true or false? Justify your inclusion with not more than ten examples.
What is the “central-field approximation” and why is it only an approximation?
Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Physics
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, physics and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
University Physics Volume 3
Physics
ISBN:9781938168185
Author:William Moebs, Jeff Sanny
Publisher:OpenStax
Text book image
Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text
Physics
ISBN:9781133104261
Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems
Physics
ISBN:9780534408961
Author:Stephen T. Thornton, Jerry B. Marion
Publisher:Cengage Learning