alleryDuring a flame test, what happens after ions are heated?
AThey form insoluble chlorides
BThey emit light when relaxing
CThey gain extra neutrons
DThey become hydroxide ions
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. They emit light when relaxing
Thermally excited ions emit photons as they return to lower-energy states.
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