Here's why it's a range:
* Visible spectrum: The visible spectrum of light, what we perceive as colors, is a continuous range of wavelengths.
* Green light: Green light falls somewhere in the middle of this visible spectrum.
* Perception: Our eyes perceive a range of wavelengths as "green." The exact wavelengths that fall within this range can vary slightly from person to person.
So, while 550 nm is a good general value for green light, keep in mind that green light can have slightly different wavelengths.