Which of the following electronic transitions is consistent with an increase in energy
A) From a 4s subshell to a 3d subshell
B) From a 5p subshell to a 4d subshell
C) From a 4d subshell to a 5s subshell
D) From a 4f subshell to a 6s subshell
E) From a 5d subshell to a 6s subshell

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In general, moving from a lower principal quantum number (n) to a higher one involves an increase in energy. Transition from 4s to 3d involves moving to a higher energy subshell within the same principal energy level.

Which of the Following Electronic Transitions Is Consistent with an Increase