An Electron in the N = 6 Level Emits a Photon

question 10

Multiple Choice

An electron in the n = 6 level emits a photon with a wavelength of 410.2 nm. To what energy level does the electron move?

• A)n = 1
• B)n = 2
• C)n = 3
• D)n = 4
• E)n = 5

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