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gogolik [260]
3 years ago
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Why do different atoms or molecules preferentially absorb different wavelengths of light?

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Paladinen [302]3 years ago
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Answer:

The electrons in an atom can only occupy certain allowed energy levels. ... Only certain energy levels are allowed, so only certain transitions are possible and hence specific wavelengths are emitted when an electron drops to a lower energy level.

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