MDCAT Physics MCQ #273

The wavelength of the first line of the Balmer series is 656 nm. What is the wavelength of the second line?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #273

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The wavelength of the first line of the Balmer series is 656 nm. What is the wavelength of the second line?

    • A) 486 nm
    • B) 434 nm
    • C) 410 nm
    • D) 364 nm

    Answer: 486 nm

    Explanation: Using Rydberg formula, the wavelength of the second line is calculated as 486 nm; option B is for the third line.