In the UV-visible spectrum of (E) -1,3,5-hexatriene, the lowest energy absorption corresponds to a ________.

A) σ to π transition
B) σ to π^* transition
C) π to σ^* transition
D) σ to σ^* transition
E) π to π^* transition

UV-visible Spectrum

A graphical representation of the absorption or emission of ultraviolet or visible radiation by a substance, used to characterize and analyze chemical substances.

Energy Absorption

The process by which a material takes in energy from its surroundings, often leading to physical or chemical changes.

(E)-1,3,5-hexatriene

A linear conjugated hydrocarbon with the formula C6H8, characterized by a specific geometric configuration (E) of its carbon-carbon double bonds.