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hichkok12
2 months ago
14

Magnesium metal burns with a bright white flame. What conclusions can you draw about the electron transitions that can take plac

e for a magnesium atom ?
Chemistry
1 answer:
alisha [2.9K]2 months ago
3 0

Different wavelengths are involved.

Explanation:

When magnesium ignites with a bright white flame, it indicates that various wavelengths are related to the electron transitions occurring in the magnesium atom.

  • Upon combustion, the electrons within the atom become excited.
  • They emit characteristic light that corresponds to their energy levels.
  • White light consists of a mix of different wavelengths.
  • Seeing white light implies that multiple wavelengths combined are responsible for the observed emission.

Learn more:

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