Question

An electron in a hydrogen atom moves from level 1 to level 4. The electron then drops from level 4 to level 2. Which

statement describes the most likely result?
O The energy absorbed in the first move equals the energy released in the second move.
O The energy absorbed in the first move is greater than the energy released in the second move.
O The energy released in the first move equals the energy absorbed in the second move.
O The energy released in the first move is greater than the energy absorbed in the second move.

Answer 1

B

Step-by-step explanation:

When the electron goes up levels it absorbs energy to enter that higher energy state. When it goes down, it releases energy but just not as much because 1-4 is more than 4-2.