MDCAT Physics MCQ #375

In the Lyman series, the energy levels of the hydrogen atom are given by the formula E_n = -13.6 * (1/n^2) eV. Which of the following transitions has the highest energy?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #375

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In the Lyman series, the energy levels of the hydrogen atom are given by the formula E_n = -13.6 * (1/n^2) eV. Which of the following transitions has the highest energy?

    • A) n = 2 to n = 1
    • B) n = 3 to n = 1
    • C) n = 4 to n = 1
    • D) n = 5 to n = 1

    Answer: n = 4 to n = 1

    Explanation: The transition from n = 4 to n = 1 has the highest energy as it involves the largest energy difference.