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Not really.
We could argue that atoms, at one time or another, absorb a little bit of light of any wavelength, but the most likely scenario is that the atom absorbs light that is of the same amount of energy as the place the atom would use it- in the promotion of an electron.
However much energy is required to promote an electron up another level corresponds to the wavelength of light absorbed. Einstein won his Nobel Prize answering a question similar to this where atoms absorb light of a particular wavelength, then release an electron afterward to make electricity. This is known as the "Photoelectric Effect" and we all benefit from it when we use solar cells.
Another way to think of the way light is selectively absorbed is to imagine a radio. A radio antenna is exposed to a bunch of signals, but only the station we tune to ends up coming from the speakers. By having electrons arranged in a particular way, an atom acts like a radio receiver- it only receives the signal it is tuned to.
Hope that helps and best of luck in your studies!
Bill
What else can I help you with?
Do atoms absorb the same energy?
No, atoms do not absorb the same energy. The amount of energy an atom can absorb depends on its electronic structure and the specific energy levels of its electrons. Different atoms have different numbers of electrons and different energy level arrangements, so they will absorb and emit energy at different wavelengths and energies.
What physical phenomenon is causing each dye to absorb light of one or more colors and transmit light of other colors?
In a spectrometer, each dye will absorb light of certain colors and transmit light of other colors because of the nature of the atoms of the object and the frequency of the light. If the frequency of the light is the same as the frequency that the electrons in the atoms are vibrating, then the light will be absorbed and transferred into vibrational motion.
Does a gas discharge tube filled with boron emit the same wavelength og light as a tube filled with hydrogen?
No, a gas discharge tube filled with boron does not emit the same wavelength of light as a tube filled with hydrogen. Each element has a unique electronic configuration, leading to distinct energy levels and corresponding spectral lines. When excited, boron and hydrogen release photons at different wavelengths, resulting in different colors of light. Thus, the emission spectra of the two gases will be different.
Can light have a single wavelength?
Yes, light can have a single wavelength, which would correspond to a specific color in the visible spectrum. Different sources of light emit light with varying wavelengths, resulting in the various colors we perceive.
Why does heat produce light?
When an object is heated, its atoms become energized and move more rapidly. This causes the atoms to emit photons, which are packets of light energy. The higher the temperature of the object, the more photons are emitted, and the light produced may become visible to the human eye.
Is an absorption spectrum also called a bright line spectrum?
No, an absorption spectrum and a bright line spectrum are not the same. An absorption spectrum is produced when light is absorbed by atoms or molecules, showing dark lines at specific wavelengths. On the other hand, a bright line spectrum is produced when atoms or molecules emit light at specific wavelengths, creating bright lines in the spectrum.
How do incandescent light bulbs work?
It depends on the type of light. Both Fluorescent lights and LEDs initially emit light in the UV range or near-UV range (high energy). This light is then absorbed by compounds which re-emit the light at longer wavelengths (lower energy). The difference in energy between what the compound absorbs and what it emits is dissipated as heat. Different compounds emit different wavelengths when excited by UV light. By using a cocktail of compounds, a wide variety of wavelengths can be emitted, producing a spectrum that is very similar to that of natural light. Full spectrum LEDs use a different compounds than fluorescent lights do, but the concept is the same. Full spectrum lights are different from many so called white lights in that white lights usually emit only three or four discrete wavelengths. The eye averages the different wavelengths together to give the perception of color. If the ratios between the intensities of the wavelengths is just right, the light appears white.
When the atoms of am object vibrate at the same frequency as light rays?
When the atoms of an object vibrate at the same frequency as light rays, resonance occurs. This can lead to absorption of the light energy by the object, causing it to heat up or emit light. This phenomenon is the basis of various technologies like lasers and infrared spectroscopy.
Do atoms absorb the same energy?
No, atoms do not absorb the same energy. The amount of energy an atom can absorb depends on its electronic structure and the specific energy levels of its electrons. Different atoms have different numbers of electrons and different energy level arrangements, so they will absorb and emit energy at different wavelengths and energies.
Is photon energy the same for all wavelengths of light?
No, photon energy is not the same for all wavelengths of light. The energy of a photon is directly proportional to its frequency, so different wavelengths of light can have different photon energies. Shorter wavelengths of light have higher energy photons, while longer wavelengths have lower energy photons.
Do all light sources have the same spectra as white light?
No, not all light sources have the same spectra as white light. White light contains all the colors of the spectrum, while other light sources may emit only specific colors or wavelengths, resulting in a different spectral composition.
Why a glowing gas gives only certain wavelengths of light?
The atoms of glowing gas emit the wavelength of radiations which lie in its spectrum. The same wavelength it can absorb because these are suitable for excitation pass through th gas
Photo energy is the same for all wavelengths of light?
False
Red light and yellow light have same speed?
Yes. Different wavelengths though.
What physical phenomenon is causing each dye to absorb light of one or more colors and transmit light of other colors?
In a spectrometer, each dye will absorb light of certain colors and transmit light of other colors because of the nature of the atoms of the object and the frequency of the light. If the frequency of the light is the same as the frequency that the electrons in the atoms are vibrating, then the light will be absorbed and transferred into vibrational motion.
Can all wavelengths of light travel at the same velocity in certain mediums?
Yes, all wavelengths of light have the same velocity in every medium. In fact, all types of electromagentic radiation travel at the same speed in a given medium.
Do all wavelengths of light travel to the same depth in the ocean?
No. Longer wavelengths travel further. This is true for any media, even air. This is why you see the red light further than the green light.
