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In a helium-neon laser, which gas produces the lasing action?

Correct answer A. Ne only

Explanation

Helium atoms are excited by the discharge and transfer their energy to neon atoms by collision; the laser transitions, such as 632.8 nm, occur between neon energy levels.

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