Physics-Hydrogen Atom

NEET Physics Hydrogen Atom MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

What is the energy required to move an electron from the ground state to just above E = 0 eV in a hydrogen atom?

A

13.6 eV

B

0 eV

C

-13.6 eV

D

10.2 eV

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, 13.6 eV of energy is required to ionize a hydrogen atom from its ground state. This energy moves the electron from the ground state to above E = 0 eV, where the electron is free.

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