Ground state
The bottom electron energy level of an energy ladder is calleed the ground state.
Electrons which are in the ground state have the lowest energy. That is, the most negative number of electronvolts.
An electron which is not in the ground state is known as an excited electron.
flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Ground state | The bottom electron energy level of an energy ladder; electrons here have the lowest (most negative) energy. |
| Excited electron | An electron that is not in the ground state. |