What Value of N Corresponds to a Wavelength of 91

question 110

Multiple Choice

What value of n corresponds to a wavelength of 91.7 nm in the Lyman series?

• A) 3
• B) 1
• C) 13
• D) 5
• E) 9

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Definitions:

Density Function

A mathematical function that specifies the probability of a random variable taking on certain values.

Parameter

A quantity that influences the output or behavior of a mathematical function or statistical model, often fixed during the analysis.

Exponential Random Variable

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Exponential Distribution

A continuous probability distribution that describes the times between events in a Poisson process, representing a constant hazard rate.