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Does it take any time for photons to be released or absorbed, or does it happen instantaneously?
I see. Can you explain what causes photons to be released or absorbed in the first place?
Sure! Photons are released when an atom or molecule goes from a higher energy state to a lower energy state. Conversely, photons are absorbed when an atom or molecule goes from a lower energy state to a higher energy state. This usually happens as a result of some kind of interaction with another particle, such as a collision or an electromagnetic field.