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Physics

Quantum Energy Levels

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The energy difference between adjacent quantum levels is what causes atoms to emit or absorb light.

Why this is interesting

Did you know that electrons in an atom can only exist at specific energy levels, like rungs on a ladder? They cannot sit between them!