Which Transition in a Hydrogen Atom Will Cause Emission of the Shortest

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which transition in a hydrogen atom will cause emission of the shortest wavelength photon?

• A)n₁ 4 to n₂ 3
• B)n₁ 4 to n₂ 2
• C)n₁ 3 to n₂ 2
• D)n₁ 3 to n₂ 1
• E)n₁ 10 to n₂ 9

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