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According to Bohr atom model, in which of the following transitions will the frequency be maximum?
PhysicsAtomic PhysicsJEE MainJEE Main 2021 (24 Feb Shift 2)
Options:
  • A n=3 to n=2
  • B n=5 to n=4
  • C n=4 to n=3
  • D n=2 to n=1
Solution:
1638 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: n=2 to n=1

ΔE=13.61n12-1n22=hv

It is maximum if n1=1 and n2=2

n=5..-0.544eV

n=4 .................................................... -0.850 eV

n=3..-1.511eV

n=2-3.4eV

n=1.-13.6eV

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