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Atomic Spectra Explorer

Every element emits a unique fingerprint of light. These spectral lines reveal quantized electron energy levels — the same technique astronomers use to identify atoms in stars billions of light-years away. Select an element or object and explore its emission spectrum.

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The most abundant element in the universe. Its four visible Balmer lines were the key evidence that electron energy levels are quantized — the experimental foundation of quantum mechanics.

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