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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What causes the lines in the emission spectrum for elements?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

A) a continuous release of energy from the heated element B) a quantum absorption of energy as various electrons are excited to a higher energy level C) a quantum release of energy as electrons drop back to their ground state D) none of the above

OpenStudy (aaronq):

C

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