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AIPMT MAINS 2009 Physics Bohr Model MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The ionization energy of the electron in the hydrogen atom in its ground state is 13.6 eV. The atoms are excited to higher energy levels to emit radiations of 6 wavelengths. Maximum wavelength of emitted radiation corresponds to the transition between:

A

n = 3 to n = 1 states

B

n = 2 to n = 1 states

C

n = 4 to n = 3 states

D

n = 3 to n = 2 states

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The maximum wavelength corresponds to the smallest energy transition. The transition from n = 4 to n = 3 has the smallest energy difference among the given options.

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