Atomic Structure Question 431
Question: An electron has been excited from the first to the fourth energy state in an atom. Which of the following transitions are possible when the electron comes back to the ground state-
Options:
A) $ 4\to 1 $
B) $ 4\to 2,2\to 1 $
C) $ 4\to 3,3\to 2,2\to 1 $
D) All of the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- Electron can undergo transition from higher state to all lower states by loss of energy.