Electrons absorb energy and jump to a higher energy state, this is called:
Correct answer: C. Excitation
- A. De-excitation
- B. Ground state
- C. Excitation
- D. Excited state
Explanation
When an electron absorbs energy and jumps from a lower energy level to a higher energy level, it is known as excitation. The transition of an electron from a higher energy state to a lower state is known as a de-excitation and energy is released. The ground state is the lowest or resting energy state of an electron. Any energy level higher than the ground state of the electron is the excited state.
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