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Quanta

/ˈkwɒntə/
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(noun) plural of quantum

Energy is emitted and absorbed in small units known as quanta.
Quantum mechanics is the study of the behavior of light quanta.
CEFR Practice Quiz
In quantum mechanics, energy is emitted and absorbed in discrete packets called ____.

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