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What is the difference between an atom in the ground state and an atom in an excited state

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SIZIF [17.4K]3 years ago

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The atom in an excited state has more energy and is less stable than the atom in the ground state.

alexgriva [62]3 years ago

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Answer:

The ground state of an atom is defined as the lowest available energy the atom possesses.

An atom is said to be in an excited state when the atom gains energy and uses that energy to change its orbital arrangement.

Explanation:

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