How long does a photon exist?

Subject: How long does a photon exist?

Date: Wed May 23 13:50:39 2001
Posted by lyle
Grade level: 10-12 School: Eatontown High
City: Eatontown State/Province: NJ Country: usa
Area of science: Physics
ID: 990640239.Ph

Message:


A friend and I are in a debate over how long a photon can exist; I say nearly 
forever.  He says no, that would be a proton, not a photon.

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