Atoms And Nuclei Question 268

Question: The diagram shows the energy levels for an electron in a certain atom. Which transition shown represents the emission of a photon with the most energy?

Options:

A) I

B) II

C) III

D) IV

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • $ \Delta E=E_{0}[ \frac{1}{n_{1}^{2}}-\frac{1}{n_{2}^{2}} ] $ Here (Ist) transition represent absorption not emission. So, [c] is correct option.


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