MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #911

Which of these spectral series lies entirely in the ultraviolet region?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #911

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which of these spectral series lies entirely in the ultraviolet region?

    • A) Balmer
    • B) Paschen
    • C) Brackett
    • D) Lyman

    Answer: Lyman

    Explanation: Lyman series (n=1 transitions) is UV. Balmer (n=2) is visible. Paschen/Brackett are infrared.