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Physics

Energy Level Transition in Atoms

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When an atom absorbs a photon, its electron jumps to a higher energy level, creating a 'quantum leap'.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever wondered why fireworks glow in specific colors? It’s all about how atoms absorb and release energy at the smallest scale.