Question

Using the following diagram, which image shows the absorption of the highest energy photon?

Answer 1

Answer:

Diagram D

Explanation:

When electrons absorb energy, they move to higher orbital levels. The highest energy levels are the furthest from the nucleus. More energy is needed to occupy higher energy levels. Therefore, the electron which must have absorbed the most energy is in Diagram D. In this diagram, the electron absorbs enough energy to move it from n = 1 to n = 4.