Two atoms of the same element, A and B, are in identical excited states. Atom A emits a photon of re — Atomic Structure Chemistry Question
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Two atoms of the same element, A and B, are in identical excited states. Atom A emits a photon of red light, while atom B emits a photon of blue light. Which statement best describes the energies of the two atoms after the emission of light?
A.
Atom A is in a lower-energy state than atom B.
B.✓ Correct
Atom A is in a higher-energy state than atom B.
C.
Atom A and atom B have the same energy.
D.
The relative energies of A and B cannot be determined from the information given.
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