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Light absorbed by biomolecules (hνa) is released as transitions occur between energy levels. Fluorescence (hνf) results from electrons relaxing to the ground state, releasing light at wavelengths longer than that of incident. Raman (inelastic) and elastic scattering occur when biochemical functional groups change in vibrational energy levels.
