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Emission Spectra

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Emission spectra refer to the specific wavelengths or colors of light emitted by an atom or molecule when it transitions from an excited state to a lower energy state.

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