Topic 8: Spectroscopy, Video E: Line Spectra Flashcards
1
Q
When a electron goes from a higher energy shell to a lower energy shell energy is released in the form of a what?
A
Photon.
2
Q
The energy of the photon is equal to the change in energy of what?
A
The electron.
3
Q
The larger the energy gap the smaller the wavelength of the what?
A
The photon.
4
Q
What is the Rydberg Equation used for?
A
To calculate the energy of a photon. A photon is