The Specific Colors of Light Emitted by an Atom in a Hot

question 110

Multiple Choice

The specific colors of light emitted by an atom in a hot, thin gas (e.g., in a neon tube, a fluorescent bulb, or a gas cloud in space) are caused by

• A) an electron dropping into the nucleus, producing small nuclear changes.
• B) electrons jumping to lower energy levels, losing energy as they do so.
• C) protons jumping from level to level.
• D) vibrations of the electrons within the atom.

Recognize the side chain properties of amino acids and how they influence amino acid behavior in biological contexts.

Apply knowledge of amino acid properties to predict the behavior of amino acids in electrophoresis.

Understand the role of isoelectric points in techniques like electrophoresis and in determining amino acid properties.

Demonstrate knowledge of amino acid synthesis, including approaches like the Strecker Synthesis.

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