The spectra of different elements can be distinguished because
a. they have the same spectral lines, but the lines are of different intensities.
b. they have spectral lines in different positions.
c. every element has one unique spectral line.
d. none of the above
b
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A) at infinity. B) at 2f. C) between f and 2f. D) at f. E) between the lens and f.
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