Asked by Fabiola Morales on Jun 11, 2024
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When an electron returns to its ground state, energy will be released as heat or as an emission of light, known as
A) fluorescence.
B) UV radiation.
C) action spectrum.
D) photoelectron hydrolysis.
E) photoelectron degradation.
Fluorescence
The emission of light of a longer wavelength (lower energy) than the light originally absorbed.
Ground State
The lowest energy state of an atom
UV Radiation
Electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays, which can have effects such as causing skin burns or promoting vitamin D synthesis.
- Understand the concept of energy state changes in electrons during photosynthesis.
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David BaisdenJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Fluorescence is the emission of light by a substance that has absorbed light or other electromagnetic radiation. It is a form of luminescence. In most cases, the emitted light has a longer wavelength, and therefore lower energy, than the absorbed radiation. This process occurs when an electron returns to its ground state from an excited state, releasing energy in the form of light.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of energy state changes in electrons during photosynthesis.
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