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Atomic Structure: Spectral Lines MCQ

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Spectral LinesEasyQuestion 600204

Question

The spectral lines in the Balmer series of hydrogen correspond to transitions:
  1. A
    n→1
  2. B
    n→2
    Correct
  3. C
    n→3
  4. D
    n→4

Correct answer

n→2

Explanation

Balmer series: transitions from higher levels (n=3,4,5...) to n=2. These fall in visible/UV region.

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