Ray vs beam.

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towcats1

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What is the difference between using these two words?
 

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First, give us some evidence that you have consulted dictionaries (click here) and then use the words in a few sentences of your own for us to comment on.
 

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If referring to energy, such as light, they mean the same thing. However, a beam can support a structure, while a ray can swim in the ocean.

Look up:

  • light beam
  • gamma ray
  • support beam
  • manta ray
 
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