Physics 4.1.2 Flashcards
1
Q
What are Electrons Arranged on in Atoms?
A
Energy Levels / Shells.
2
Q
What can Electrons in Atoms Absorb?
A
Energy.
3
Q
What happens to Electrons in Atoms when they Absorb Electromagnetic Radiation?
A
They move to a Higher Energy Level / Shell.
4
Q
When do Electrons in Atoms Gain Energy?
A
When EM Waves (EG Light & Heat) Hit them.
5
Q
When an Electron has Moved Up an Energy Level, it will be ___.
A
Unstable.
6
Q
After an Electron Moves Up an Energy Level, it will eventually… (2)
A
-Move back Down to its Original Level, which will be Closer to the Nucleus.
-Emit a Wave of EM Radiation.
