The Fact That the Absorption and Emission Spectra of Atoms

question 89

Multiple Choice

The fact that the absorption and emission spectra of atoms and their ions are different is evidence that the spectra are due to ________

• A)electrons.
• B)protons.
• C)neutrons.
• D)the nuclei.
• E)electromagnetic interactions.

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Definitions:

Improper Fractions

Fractions where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, resulting in a value greater or equal to one.

Mixed Numbers

Numbers consisting of an integer and a proper fraction.

Lowest Terms

The form of a fraction when the numerator and denominator are reduced to their smallest possible numbers.

Mixed Numbers

A combination of a whole number and a fraction used to represent quantities that are greater than whole numbers but less than the next whole number.