Question

what happens when an electron absorbs energy? a. it goes from its ground state to an excited state. b. it moves to a higher energy level. c. both a & b are correct. d. neither a nor b are correct. type the letter of the correct answer in the box.

Explanation:

When an electron absorbs energy, it transitions from its lowest - energy ground state to a higher - energy excited state, which means it moves to a higher energy level.

Answer:

C. Both A & B are correct.