A Hypothetical Atom Has Four Distinct Energy States

question 20

Multiple Choice

A hypothetical atom has four distinct energy states. Assuming all transitions are possible, how many spectral lines can this atom produce?

• A) 6
• B) 7
• C) 5
• D) 8
• E) more than 8

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