MDCAT Physics MCQ #279

In the hydrogen spectrum, the ratio of the wavelengths of the first line of the Lyman series to the first line of the Balmer series is?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #279

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In the hydrogen spectrum, the ratio of the wavelengths of the first line of the Lyman series to the first line of the Balmer series is?

    • A) 27/20
    • B) 5/27
    • C) 4/27
    • D) 1/4

    Answer: 4/27

    Explanation: Using Rydberg formula, the ratio is calculated as 4/27; option A is incorrect due to miscalculation.