Atomic Physics Atomic Structure Question 130

Question: Four lowest energy levels of H-atom are shown in the figure. The number of possible emission lines would be [MP PMT 2001]

Options:

A) 3

B) 4

C) 5

D) 6

Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Number of possible emission lines $ =\frac{n(n-1)}{2} $ Where n = 4; Number $ =\frac{4(4-1)}{2}=6. $