Light Is Emitted as an Electron Transitions from a Higher

question 29

Multiple Choice

Light is emitted as an electron transitions from a higher energy state to a lower energy state.How long does it take for the actual transition to take place?

• A)several seconds
• B)several microseconds
• C)several nanoseconds
• D)no time at all

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