Once a molecule absorbs electromagnetic radiation, it becomes unstable and spontaneously returns to its unexcited, or ground, state by which of the following processes?

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As a molecule in solution absorbs light and becomes excited, molecular motion and collisions with solvent molecules increase, resulting in a loss of energy in the form of kinetic energy.There will also be vibrational energy loss associated with adjustments in bond angles and lengths.In addition, some molecules may release a portion of excess energy in the form of electromagnetic (or light) energy, which is known as fluorescence.

Once a Molecule Absorbs Electromagnetic Radiation, It Becomes Unstable and Spontaneously