engineering physics MCQ #407

The wavelength of the limit of the Balmer series is given by 1 / λ = R [1/2²]. What is λ?

engineering physics MCQ #407

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The wavelength of the limit of the Balmer series is given by 1 / λ = R [1/2²]. What is λ?

    • A) 364.6 nm
    • B) 400 nm
    • C) 500 nm
    • D) 600 nm

    Answer: 364.6 nm

    Explanation: 1 / λ = R / 4, λ = 4 / R = 364.6 nm.