Which statement describes how an atom in the ground state becomes excited?

(1) The atom absorbs energy, and one or more electrons move to a higher electron shell.

(2) The atom absorbs energy, and one or more electrons move to a lower electron shell.

(3) The atom releases energy, and one or more electrons move to a higher electron shell.

(4) The atom releases energy, and one or more electrons move to a lower electron shell.

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29 November, 09:30

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Arely Glover · Answer 1

(1) The atom absorbs energy, and one or more electrons move to a higher electron shell.