How is the term photon related to the term quantum?

A. A quantum is a wave of light, while a packet of quanta equals one photon.
B. A quantum of light is actually one photon.
C. A quantum of photons is equal to the wavelength.
D. A quantum is a particle of light, while a photon is a wave of light.
E. A quantum is a particle of light exactly one photon long.


Answer: B

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