When an electron in an atom returns from a higher energy state to a lower energy state
- Mayya Alocci
- Jul 14
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Regents Chemistry Exam June 2025 Question 3
3 When an electron in an atom returns from a higher energy state to a lower energy state
(1) the atom becomes a negative ion
(2) the atom becomes a positive ion
(3) a specific amount of energy is emitted
(4) a specific amount of energy is absorbed
Solution:
When an electron travels from a higher energy to a lower energy state a specific amount of energy is emitted. Choice 3 is the correct answer.
PS: When an atom loses an electron, it becomes a positive ion and when an atom gains an electron, it becomes a negative ion.
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