MDCAT Physics MCQ #401

A physicist studies the Stark effect in atomic spectra. Which phenomenon does the Stark effect involve?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #401

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A physicist studies the Stark effect in atomic spectra. Which phenomenon does the Stark effect involve?

    • A) Splitting of spectral lines due to external electric field
    • B) Broadening of spectral lines due to Doppler effect
    • C) Shift of spectral lines due to temperature change
    • D) Absorption of light due to electron transitions

    Answer: Splitting of spectral lines due to external electric field

    Explanation: The Stark effect is a splitting of spectral lines due to an external electric field, not the other options.