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Why are the colours of flames different for different substances? |
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Answer» When you heat an atom, some of its electrons are "excited* to higher ENERGY levels. When an electron drops from one level to a lower energy level, it emits a quantum of energy. ... The different MIX of energy differences for each atom PRODUCES different COLOURS. Each metal gives a characteristic flame EMISSION spectrum |
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