Why can emission spectra be used to identify elements?

a. Each element cannot be matched to an emission spectra
b. The emission spectra can be matched to a fission reaction
c. Each element can only emit or absorb a specific wavelength of light, acting as an identifier
d. Every element has a series of energy levels that the electrons can rise to based on the electricity that runs through them

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c. Each element can only emit or absorb a specific wavelength of light, acting as an identifier.
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