An electron inside a neutral atom transitions from a higher energy level to a lower energy level, emitting electromagnetic radiation in the process.
Which row of the table correctly describes what happens to the energy of the electron and the net charge on the atom?
| Energy of the electron | Net charge on the atom | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Decreases | Neutral |
| B | Decreases | Positive |
| C | Increases | Neutral |
| D | Increases | Positive |
Row A
Row B
Row C
Row D
32 exam-style questions on OCR GCSE Physics The electromagnetic spectrum. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.