MDCAT Physics MCQ #356

What is the main difference between the emission spectra of neutral and ionized atoms?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #356

Question 1
Q1. What is the main difference between the emission spectra of neutral and ionized atoms?
- A) Number of spectral lines
- B) Wavelength of spectral lines
- C) Intensity of spectral lines
- D) Polarization of spectral lines
Answer: Number of spectral lines
Explanation: Ionized atoms have fewer spectral lines due to fewer electrons.