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Homework Statement
An atom of element Q can only absorb two photons of frequency 6.40E14 Hz and 9.05E14 Hz.
Explain how atoms of element Q could absorb or emit photons of particular frequencies.2. The attempt at a solution
OK I think I am missing something in my understanding of absorbtion and emission ...
I don't really understand what the question is asking.
But, perhaps;
The element Q has set energy levels; n=1, n=2 ...
Hence the element can only absorb or emit photons with energies equal to the energies of these energy levels.
These energies are 6.40E14 Hz and 9.05E14 respectively.As I said, I'm having trouble. If someone could please explain the concept of the problem, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Steven
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