An electron in an atom absorbs electromagnetic radiation and transitions to a different energy level.
Which row in the table correctly describes this process?
| Energy level of the electron | Type of radiation that can be absorbed | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Decreases | Visible light only |
| B | Decreases | Almost any electromagnetic radiation |
| C | Increases | Visible light only |
| D | Increases | Almost any electromagnetic radiation |
Decreases | Visible light only
Decreases | Almost any electromagnetic radiation
Increases | Visible light only
Increases | Almost any electromagnetic radiation
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.