For the Electron of a Hydrogen Atom, Which of the Following

question 58

Multiple Choice

For the electron of a hydrogen atom, which of the following quantum "jumps" requires the most energy?

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

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