Rankers Physics

Atomic Structure: Practice Problem & Solution

The transition from the state n = 3 to n = 1 in a hydrogen like atom results in ultraviolet radiation. Infrared radiation will be obtained in the transition from: (2012 Mains)
$2 \rightarrow 1$
$3 \rightarrow 2$
$4 \rightarrow 3$
$4 \rightarrow 2$

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Atomic Structure. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

Ultraviolet radiation corresponds to Lyman series (transition to $n=1$). Infrared radiation corresponds to Paschen (to $n=3$), Brackett (to $n=4$), etc. Among the options, $4 \rightarrow 3$ belongs to the Paschen series, which emits infrared radiation.

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