Describe the difference between a continuous spectrum and a line spectrum. Which is most helpful in identifying a particular element and why?

What will be an ideal response?


A continuous spectrum shows a continuous band of colors all blending into one another. A line spectrum shows a series of lines separated by black areas in which each line represents a definite wavelength or frequency. A line spectrum is most helpful in identifying a particular element because it serves as a unique “fingerprint” of an element that differs from the spectra of all other elements.

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