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Physics Ray Optics Prism Theory & Dispersion of Light Single Correct MCQ
Published on: September 12, 2026

Line spectrum contains information about

A
The atoms of the prism
B
The atoms of the source
C
The molecules of the source
D
The atoms as well as molecules of the source

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B
The line spectrum, also known as an atomic emission or absorption spectrum, provides information about the specific energy levels of electrons in atoms. When atoms absorb or emit photons of specific wavelengths, it produces discrete lines in the spectrum, which correspond to transitions between energy levels. Since these transitions are unique to the individual elements, the line spectrum primarily reflects information about the atoms of the source, not the molecules. Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

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