The emission spectra of Na and Na⁺ are different because ________ A) Na⁺ has fewer electrons. B) Na has fewer electrons. C) Na⁺ has more protons. D) Na has fewer neutrons. E) Na has more protons.

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The emission spectra of an element are determined by the arrangement of its electrons. Na+ has one fewer electron than Na, which changes its electron configuration and thus its emission spectrum.

The Emission Spectra of Na and Na+ Are Different Because

The Emission Spectra of Na and Na⁺ Are Different Because