Questions and Answers
What produces light from the flame of a lit match?
Electrons
What does the energy of a photon mostly relate to?
Frequency
Which of these colors of visible light carries the most energy per photon?
If a red beam and a violet beam of light carry the same energy, which beam has a greater number of photons?
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If wavelengths of emitted light stretch to become longer, what happens to the energy per photon?
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What color does the hottest star glow?
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What do the iron absorption lines in the solar spectrum indicate?
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In the process of fluorescence, what is the output compared to the input?
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A paint pigment that absorbs blue light and gives off red light is classified as what?
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Compared to the energy put into a laser, what is the energy of the laser beam?
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Study Notes
Light and Photons
- Light emitted from a flame, such as a lit match, is produced by the shaking of electrons.
- The energy of a photon is primarily determined by its frequency; higher frequency means higher energy.
- Among visible light colors, blue light carries the most energy per photon.
Red and Violet Light
- When a red beam and a violet beam are adjusted to carry the same energy, the red beam contains a greater number of photons due to its longer wavelength.
Effects of Wavelengths on Photon Energy
- If the wavelengths of emitted light stretch to become longer, the energy per photon remains constant, contradicting common assumptions about the relationship between wavelength and energy.
Stellar Characteristics
- The hottest stars emit blue light, indicating higher temperatures compared to stars that glow red or other colors.
Solar Spectrum
- Iron absorption lines in the solar spectrum reveal the presence of iron in the solar atmosphere, providing insights into the composition of the sun.
Fluorescence
- Fluorescence occurs when high-frequency light is absorbed, and lower-frequency light is emitted, resulting in a transformation of light energy.
Paint Pigments
- A pigment that absorbs blue light and emits red light does not fall under fluorescent or phosphorescent categories, indicating a different light interaction process.
Laser Energy
- In laser technology, the energy output of the laser beam is much less than the total energy input, highlighting the efficiency and energy conversion involved in laser operation.
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Dive into the concepts of light and photons with these flashcards from Physics Chapter 30. Test your knowledge on the energy, frequency, and properties of light through quick and engaging questions. This is a great way to reinforce your understanding of wave-particle duality and the spectrum of visible light.
