Which Transition in a Hydrogen Atom Requires the Largest Change

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which transition in a hydrogen atom requires the largest change in energy?

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

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