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Chapter 9, Problem AM
To determine
Pick the keyword from the given list: Electron levels having higher than normal energy.
Expert Solution & Answer
Answer to Problem AM
Electron levels having higher than normal energy are excited states.
Explanation of Solution
Excited states are the states having value of principal quantum number
Ground state is the state having minimum energy. Principal quantum number corresponding to ground state is
Conclusion:
Therefore, the word excited states can be picked from the list.
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