Which of the following statements is false?

A) The atomic spectrum of helium is different from the atomic spectrum of neon.
B) Electromagnetic radiation often behaves like a wave.
C) An atomic spectrum is an element's fingerprint.
D) An atom emits electromagnetic radiation when an electron moves from a lower energy level to a higher energy level.
E) Light that is high in energy has a high frequency.


D

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