Question

multiple - choice question
what happens when an atom absorbs energy?
the electron jumps to the excited state.
the electron falls to the ground state.
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Explanation:

When an atom absorbs energy, an electron gains enough energy to move from its lower - energy ground state to a higher - energy excited state. When an electron falls to the ground state, energy is released, not absorbed.

Answer:

The electron jumps to the excited state.