Question

Zeeman effect refers to the :
(a) splitting up of the lines in an emission spectrum in the presence of an external electrostatic field
(b) random scattering of light by colloidal particles
(c) splitting up of the lines in an emission spectrum in a magnetic field
(d) emission of electrons from metals when light falls upon them

Answer 1

The answer is splitting up of the lines in an emission spectrum in a magnetic field.

Answer 2

● Zeeman effect refers to the: Splitting up of the lines in an emission spectrum in a magnetic field.