Line Spectrum: A emission spectrum that contains very sharp peaks, corresponding to transitions between states in free atoms. For example, the line spectrum of hydrogen contains 4 sharp lines in the visible part of the spectrum.

 

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Line Spectrum: A emission spectrum that contains very sharp peaks, corresponding to transitions between states in free atoms. For example, the line spectrum of hydrogen contains 4 sharp lines in the visibl . . . View Full Definition

Band Spectrum: Compare with line spectrum and continuous spectrum. An emission spectrum that contains groups of sharp peaks that are so close together that they are not distinguishable separately, but only . . . View Full Definition

Nutrition Guidelines: Federal guidelines established for meals served in child nutrition meal service programs governing the types of foods and nutrient content required in order to be eligible for reimbursement.

Noradrenaline: Also known as norepinephrine. A chemical involved in the transmission of nerve impulses.

Offline Connection: When a passenger changes air carriers on their route to their destination.

On The Sidelines: An investor who decides not to invest due to market uncertainty.

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Online: It's where you are right now -- and where the rest of the world is heading to get its information and entertainment, to communicate and buy products and services.

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Nodal Line: A line in an oscillating body of water along which there is a minimum or zero rise and fall of the tide.