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This lecture covers the concept of the photon as a particle representing electromagnetic waves, explaining its energy, momentum, and interaction with matter. It also discusses the emission of electromagnetic waves by accelerated charges, the coherence length of photons, and the electromagnetic spectrum. The instructor illustrates these concepts with examples and practical applications.