The ground state of an atom corresponds to a state of :
Correct answer: B. Minimum energy
- A. Maximum energy
- B. Minimum energy
- C. Negative energy
- D. Positive energy
Explanation
The nucleus of an atom is surrounded by electrons that occupy shells or orbitals of varying energy levels. The ground state of an electron, the energy level it normally occupies, is the state of lowest energy for that electron.
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