Do light waves interfere with each other in the double-slit experiment?
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Light displays both wave and particle properties, a concept we’ve grappled with for about a century. Thanks to quantum physics, light is recognized for its dual wave-particle nature. This idea traces back to physicist Thomas Young, who conducted an experiment in 1801 to demonstrate the wave-like characteristics of light through the double-slit experiment. Recently, however, a groundbreaking interpretation has emerged, questioning not only the results of this iconic experiment but also the fundamental essence of light itself.
Source: www.newscientist.com
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