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Light And Quantized Energy
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Chemistry
10th Grade
09/22/2009

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Electromagnetic Radiation
Definition
A Form of energy that exhibits wavelike behavior as ir travels through space
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Wavelength
Definition

Represented by λ

The Shortest distance between equal points on a continuous wave

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Frequency
Definition

Represented by ν

The Number of waves that pass a given point per second

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Amplitude
Definition
The Wave's height from the origin to crest, or the origin to trough.
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Electromagnetic Spectrum
Definition
Encompasses all forms of EM radiation, with the only differences in the types of Radiation are their frequencies and wavelengths.
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Quantum
Definition
The minimum amount of energy that can be gained or lost by an atom.
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Planck's Constant
Definition

is a Value of 6.626 X 10ˆ-34J

Where J is the symbol for joule which is the SI unit of energy

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Photoelectric Effect
Definition
a Phenomenon in which photoelectrons are emitted from a metal's surface when light of a certain freq. shines on the surface.
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Photon
Definition
a Particle of EM radiation with no mass that carries a quantum of energy
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Atomic Emission Spectrum
Definition
The Set of frequencies of the EM waves emitted by atoms of the element.
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