The wave numbers of three spectral lines of H atom are considered. Identify the set of spectral lines belonging to Balmer series. (R = Rydberg constant) (A) 5R 3R 21R , , 36 16 100 (B) 5R 8R 15R , , 9

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The wave numbers of three spectral lines of H atom are considered. Identify the set of spectral lines belonging to Balmer series. (R = Rydberg constant)

(A) 5R 3R 21R , , 36 16 100
(B) 5R 8R 15R , , 9
(C) 7R 3R 16R , , 144 16
(D) 3R 3R 7R , , 16 144

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: A. Balmer series line  H 2 1 R z n         if n = 3 2 1 5R R(1) 3          if n = 4 3R  if n = 5 21R 

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