Question

During the formation of the aurora borealis, the electrons in an atom experience a change in energy levels. Which statement about this change is accurate?

First, the electron releases energy to move to a higher energy level.

First, the electron absorbs energy to move to a higher energy level.

First, the electron absorbs energy to move to a lower energy level.

First, the electron releases energy to move to a lower energy level.

Answer 1

They are deflected as Earth’s magnetic field exerts force on them.

Step-by-step explanation:

(Not for cheating, Just to help)

As solar wind approaches Earth, what happens to the charged electrons?

They are absorbed as Earth’s magnetic field exerts force on them.

They grow stronger as Earth’s magnetic field exerts force on them.

They grow weaker as Earth’s magnetic field exerts force on them.

They are deflected as Earth’s magnetic field exerts force on them.

Answer 2

First, the electron absorbs energy to move to a higher energy level.