Which of these events happens when an electron transitions from the n = 2 to the n = 4 level in a hydrogen atom? A)A photon of frequency f = 6.19 × 10¹⁴ Hz is emitted. B)A photon of frequency f = 6.19 × 10¹⁴ Hz is absorbed. C)A photon of frequency f = 3.08 × 10¹⁵ Hz is emitted. D)A photon of frequency f = 3.08 × 10¹⁵ Hz is absorbed.

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When an electron transitions from a lower energy level (n = 2) to a higher energy level (n = 4) in a hydrogen atom, it absorbs a photon. The frequency of the photon corresponds to the energy difference between these levels.

Which of These Events Happens When an Electron Transitions from the N