Taking Apart the Light

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What are atoms made of?

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Atoms are made of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is the most abundant element in the universe?

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The most abundant element in the universe is Hydrogen.

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What do emission lines in the spectrum of a star indicate?

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Emission lines in the spectrum of a star indicate the composition of the star.

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What is a spectrum?

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A spectrum is a separation of different wavelengths of light.

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What determines the color of light?

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The color of light is determined by its wavelength.

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What is a proton?

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A proton is a positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is a neutron?

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A neutron is a neutral particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is an electron?

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An electron is a negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as wavelength increases, frequency decreases.

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What is light?

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Light is a form of electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye.