An Electron in a Hydrogen Atom Makes a Transition from the N

question 35

Multiple Choice

An electron in a hydrogen atom makes a transition from the n = 3 to the n = 1 energy state. Determine the wavelength of the emitted photon (in nm) .

• A) 1006
• B) 209
• C) 306
• D) 103
• E) 821

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