Question

match the spectrum with the correct picture.

Explanation:

A continuous spectrum is produced by a hot - blackbody and shows a smooth range of colors. An absorption spectrum has dark lines where light of certain wavelengths is absorbed by a cooler gas cloud in front of a hot source. An emission spectrum shows bright lines corresponding to the wavelengths of light emitted by excited atoms or molecules. The spectrum labeled A (a smooth rainbow - like band) is a continuous spectrum. The spectrum labeled B (with dark lines on a bright background) is an absorption spectrum. The spectrum labeled C (with bright lines on a dark background) is an emission spectrum.

Answer:

A. continuous spectrum
B. absorption spectrum
C. emission spectrum