Which of the following statements about photons is FALSE?
A) photons always travel at the speed of light
B) photons each carry a specific amount of energy
C) a photon of visible light cannot pass through the atmosphere of the Earth, and thus cannot be seen at the Earth's surface
D) high energy photons have a high frequency (when thought of as waves)
E) a gamma-ray photon carries more energy than a visible light photon

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This statement is false as photons of visible light can pass through the Earth's atmosphere and be seen at the surface. This is evident from the fact that we can see the Sun and the blue sky during the day, which are both sources of visible light.

Which of the Following Statements About Photons Is FALSE