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What are two ways in which atoms can gain energy so that their electrons move to a higher energy level?
Atoms can gain energy through absorbing photons or through collisions with other particles. When an atom gains energy, its electrons can move to higher energy levels temporarily before returning to their original state by emitting photons.
Do electrons release energy when they move to a higher energy level?
Yes, electrons release energy when they move to a lower energy level. When electrons absorb energy and move to a higher energy level, they are in an excited state. When they return to a lower energy level, they release energy in the form of light or heat.
Can oxidized molecule gain energy?
No, an oxidized molecule has already lost electrons and is in a lower energy state. In order to gain energy, a molecule would need to be reduced by gaining electrons.
What do atoms do when electrons move energy levels?
Atoms don't do anything. If the electrons go to a higher energy state, they use energy. If they fall back to a lower state, they release energy. This shouldn't affect the entire atom, just the electrons.
When electrons gain additional energy do they move farther away from the nucleus?
In general, electrons farther from the nucleus will have more energy than electrons closer in. These "outer" electrons are said to be in higher Fermi energy levels, and they have more kinetic energy than the electrons in lower orbitals. Consider that electrons give up energy to "fall into" closer orbitals, and they will, in general, have less energy than the outer electrons. A consequence of the idea that there is less energy binding outer electrons to that nucleus is that it takes less energy to remove that outer electron from an atom. These are the so called ionization energies of the atom's electrons. And when the electron is in a higher orbital, it has a lower ionization energy. It can be removed more easily. As we attempt to remove more electrons from that atom, it takes progressively more and more energy as we move inward removing electrons.
Is it true electrons gain energy as they move down the chain?
No. Electrons gain energy as they move up the chain, i.e. in more outer shells.
What are two ways in which atoms can gain energy so that their electrons move to a higher energy level?
Atoms can gain energy through absorbing photons or through collisions with other particles. When an atom gains energy, its electrons can move to higher energy levels temporarily before returning to their original state by emitting photons.
Where do electrons get their energy?
Electrons get their energy from the atoms they belong to. They can gain energy through processes like absorption of light or heat, or from chemical reactions. This energy allows electrons to move within the atom or be transferred to other atoms in various forms.
How can you can increase or decrease the energy possessed by electrons?
To increase the energy possessed by electrons, you can provide them with external energy sources such as heat or light. This can excite the electrons to higher energy levels. To decrease their energy, you can remove external energy sources, causing the electrons to lose energy and move to lower energy levels.
When compounds gain electrons they lose or gain energy?
Lose
Do electrons release energy when they move to a higher energy level?
Yes, electrons release energy when they move to a lower energy level. When electrons absorb energy and move to a higher energy level, they are in an excited state. When they return to a lower energy level, they release energy in the form of light or heat.
Can electrons change energy level?
yes, electrons may change energy levels through a gain or loss of energy.
When sunlight excited electrons in chlorophyll how do the electrons change?
the electrons gain a huge amount of energy
Can oxidized molecule gain energy?
No, an oxidized molecule has already lost electrons and is in a lower energy state. In order to gain energy, a molecule would need to be reduced by gaining electrons.
What happens when heat or electrical energy is added to an atom?
When heat is added to an atom, its electrons gain energy and move to higher energy levels, causing the atom to become excited. When electrical energy is added, it can either cause the atom to gain or lose electrons, leading to the formation of ions. Both processes can result in changes to the atom's chemical properties.
What do atoms do when electrons move energy levels?
Atoms don't do anything. If the electrons go to a higher energy state, they use energy. If they fall back to a lower state, they release energy. This shouldn't affect the entire atom, just the electrons.
Explain How a metal conducts thermal energy?
Metals conduct thermal energy through the movement of free electrons. When heat is applied, the free electrons gain kinetic energy and move through the metal, colliding with lattice vibrations and transferring their energy. This process allows thermal energy to be rapidly transferred through the metal.
