MDCAT Physics MCQ #409

A physicist examines the behavior of atoms in a strong electric field. Which effect occurs?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #409

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A physicist examines the behavior of atoms in a strong electric field. Which effect occurs?

    • A) Zeeman effect
    • B) Paschen-Back effect
    • C) Stark effect
    • D) Lorentz invariance

    Answer: Stark effect

    Explanation: The Stark effect occurs when a strong electric field causes a splitting of spectral lines, not the other options.