When a Hydrogen Atom Absorbs a Photon That Raises It

question 6

Multiple Choice

When a hydrogen atom absorbs a photon that raises it to the n = 4 state,what is the least number of photons that can be emitted by that atom as it returns to the ground state?

• A) 4
• B) 3
• C) 5
• D) The correct value is not given.

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