What Is the Difference in Frequency for Spectral Lines Emitted

question 46

Multiple Choice

What is the difference in frequency for spectral lines emitted by hydrogen for transitions from the n = 16 level to the n = 2 level and transitions from the n = 15 level to the n = 2 level? (RH = 1.097*107 m-1.)

• A)5.65 *10-13 Hz
• B)31 Hz
• C)1.77 * 1012 Hz
• D)2.55 * 1016 Hz
• E)1.02 * 1017 Hz

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