Question

select the correct answer.

consider an atom that has an electron in an excited state. the electron falls to a lower energy level. what effect does that have on the electron?
a. the electron releases energy in the form of light.
b. the electron absorbs energy in the form of light.
c. the electron retains its energy without any change.
d. the electron transfers its energy to other electrons.

Explanation:

When an electron moves from a higher (excited) energy level to a lower energy level, the difference in energy between the two levels is released. This energy is typically emitted in the form of a photon, which is visible or non-visible light. Absorbing energy would cause an electron to move to a higher energy level, not lower, and the electron does not retain or transfer energy to other electrons in this standard transition scenario.

Answer:

A. The electron releases energy in the form of light.