Atoms and Light Quiz

Dr. David R. Burgess

Rivier College

1. Atoms are composed of
Electrons orbiting around a positive nucleus.
Protons orbiting around a negative nucleus.
None of the above.
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2. Elements are distinguished by
The number of protons.
The number of electrons.
Either one of the above.
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3. If something leaves the atom, it will most likely be
The proton.
The electron.
The neutron.
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4. Each element has characteristic energy levels available to its electrons.
True.
False.
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5. The exact position of an electron can be determined using quantum mechanics.
True.
False.
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6. Quantum mechanics is used to explain
Why the sky is blue.
Why leaves are green.
Neither of the above.
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7. ROY G BIV arranges the colors of the rainbow
In order of increasing energy.
In order of increasing wavelength.
In order of decreasing frequency.
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8. Heat, electricity, or light can excite electrons in an atom and result in the atom giving off light.
True.
False.
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9. The ocean is blue because
It reflects the blue sky.
It selectively reflects blue light from the sun.
It selectively absorbs red light from the sun.
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