When we excite some atoms by heat collision or electrical discharge they will________________?

A. absorb particular wavelengths when white light is incident on them

B. radiate electromagnetic energy with a continuous distribution of wavelength

C. radiate electromagnetic energy of discrete characteristic wavelength

D. emit either invisible or visible light

Found an error? Read our corrections policy and submit a sourced correction below. You can also share a useful explanation in your own words.

Discuss the answer or suggest a sourced correction
Thank you for contributing.
Your comment was submitted and will appear after editorial review.

Your email is used only for moderation and is never displayed. Spam, copied material and fabricated endorsements are rejected.