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ChemistryMediumMCQ2023 · 29 Jan Shift 1

Q31.The shortest wavelength of hydrogen atom in Lyman series is λ. The longest wavelength in Balmer series of He+ is (1) 5 (2) 9λ 9λ 5 (3) 36λ (4) 5λ 5 9

What This Question Tests

This question tests the application of the Rydberg formula for calculating wavelengths in atomic spectra, comparing shortest wavelength in Lyman series for H with longest wavelength in Balmer series for He+.

Concepts Tested

Rydberg formulaLyman seriesBalmer seriesLongest and shortest wavelength transitions

Formulas Used

1/λ = RZ²(1/n1² - 1/n2²)

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