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Physics

Quantum Electromagnetic Resonance in Atomic Transitions

Quick fact

Atoms emit and absorb photons only when they transition between discrete energy levels, which correspond to very specific frequencies of light.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever wondered why a single atom can absorb only specific colors of light? The answer lies in its ability to resonate with electromagnetic waves like a tuning fork responding to a specific frequency.