MDCAT Physics MCQ #286

The wavelength of the radiation emitted when an electron falls from n = ∞ to n = 2 in a hydrogen atom is?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #286

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The wavelength of the radiation emitted when an electron falls from n = ∞ to n = 2 in a hydrogen atom is?

    • A) 364 nm
    • B) 486 nm
    • C) 656 nm
    • D) 820 nm

    Answer: 364 nm

    Explanation: Using Rydberg formula for n = ∞ to n = 2, wavelength is 364 nm; option B is for n = 4 to n = 2.