An Electron in a One-Dimensional Box Requires Energy with Wavelength

question 74

Multiple Choice

An electron in a one-dimensional box requires energy with wavelength 8080 nm to excite it from the n = 2 energy level to the n = 3 energy level. Calculate the length of the box.

• A) 1.50 nm
• B) 3.00 nm
• C) 1.00 nm
• D) 2.50 nm
• E) 3.50 nm

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