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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
PhysicsAtomic PhysicsNEETNEET 2012 (Mains)
Options:
  • A $2 \rightarrow 1$
  • B $3 \rightarrow 2$
  • C $4 \rightarrow 2$
  • D $4 \rightarrow 3$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $4 \rightarrow 3$
Infrared radiation is found in Paschan, Brackett and pfund series and it is obtain when electron transition occur from high energy level to minimum third level.

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