About this Simulation

This simulation models electron transitions between energy levels in hydrogen atoms, revealing how emission and absorption spectra are generated. Learners can visualize discrete spectral lines, explore continuous spectra, and manipulate variables to observe real-time changes in atomic behavior and light emission patterns.

Learning objectives: Understand how electrons transition between quantized energy levels | Distinguish between emission and absorption spectra in hydrogen | Connect energy level differences to observed spectral line wavelengths