Light is said to have a dual nature, meaning it can be thought of in two different ways. These two ways are ________.
A) particles and photons
B) waves and frequencies
C) waves and particles
D) dark light and daylight

Question

Light is said to have a dual nature, meaning it can be thought of in two different ways. These two ways are ________.
A) particles and photons 
B) waves and frequencies
C) waves and particles 
D) dark light and daylight

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Light can be thought of as both waves (as demonstrated by interference and diffraction patterns) and particles (as demonstrated by the photoelectric effect). Choice A is incorrect because particles and photons are essentially the same thing. Choice B is incorrect because waves and frequencies are closely related concepts and do not represent the dual nature of light. Choice D is not a valid concept in physics.

Light Is Said to Have a Dual Nature, Meaning It