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Select the "Single" option from the Electron Production control and fire electrons at the atom. Try this with all types of atoms.

Observe that in some cases, the atom releases more than one photon. Why do you think that happens? (Hint: Use the slow-motion options and observe the energy levels of the atom.)



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Final answer:

When electrons in an atom transition between different energy levels, photons are emitted to carry off the extra energy, leading to the atom releasing multiple photons in certain situations.


Explanation:

When an electron in an atom transitions from a higher energy level to a lower energy level, it emits photons to carry off the extra energy. This phenomenon results in the atom releasing more than one photon in some cases due to the electron making transitions between specific energy levels. The energy of the emitted photons is equal to the energy difference between the initial and final energy levels of the electron.


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