What happens when an electron absorbs energy?
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The electron moves from a lower energy orbital to a higher energy orbital.
B.
The electron falls into the nucleus.
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C.
The electron moves from a higher energy orbital to a lower energy orbital.
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D.
The electron loses its charge.
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this is because the electrons are attracted to the protons, the stronger the attraction and energy level the closer the electrons are to the nucleus. this moves them to a higher energy orbital. For example in a Bohr diagram.
