AIPMT PRELIMS2010Physics-Atomic Structure

AIPMT PRELIMS 2010 Physics Energy Levels MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The energy of a hydrogen atom in the ground state is −13.6 eV. The energy of a He⁺ ion in the first excited state will be

A

−6.8 eV

B

−13.6 eV

C

−27.2 eV

D

−54.4 eV

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The energy of a He⁺ ion in the first excited state is given by Eₙ = Z²/n²(−13.6 eV). For He⁺, Z = 2 and n = 2, so Eₙ = −13.6 eV.

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