Planck's Theory: The Birth of Quantum Mechanics

Max Planck's theory of black body radiation, proposed in 1900, introduced the concept of quantized energy packets called quanta. Planck suggested that solid objects emit electromagnetic radiation in discrete packets, with energy directly proportional to the frequency of the radiation. This relationship is expressed in the equation E = nHν, where H is Planck's constant. Planck's theory successfully explained the distribution of radiation intensity as a function of wavelength, marking a significant advancement in understanding electromagnetic radiation.

What does it mean for electromagnetic radiation to be quantized?

Describe how Planck was able to explain the distribution of intensity of electromagnetic radiation emitted by a black body.