Opton
Opton is a term that can refer to several different concepts, depending on the context. In the realm of optics and physics, "opton" was an early theoretical concept proposed by Fritz Zernike in 1935. It represented a particle of light, a quantum of electromagnetic radiation, akin to the photon. While the concept of the photon ultimately became the universally accepted term, the opton represented a significant step in the theoretical development of quantum optics. Zernike's work aimed to reconcile the wave and particle nature of light, a fundamental challenge in early quantum mechanics.
Beyond theoretical physics, "Opton" might also be a brand name or product name used by various companies.