Chemistry-(general)

NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 11

Refer to the diagram showing electron transitions within a hydrogen atom. Which transition corresponds to the emission of a photon in the visible region of the Balmer series?

Question diagram
A

Transition from n = 5 to n = 2

B

Transition from n = 4 to n = 1

C

Transition from n = 3 to n = 1

D

Transition from n = 2 to n = 1

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The transition from n = 5 to n = 2 emits a photon in the visible region of the Balmer series, as stated in the NCERT context.

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