Without doing detailed calculations, indicate which of the following electron transitions in the hydrogen atom results...

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Without doing detailed calculations, indicate which of thefollowing electron transitions in the hydrogen atom results in theemission of light of the longest wavelength. Explain why.

a. from n = 1 to n = 2

b. from n = 4 to n = 3

c. from n = 1 to n = 6

d. from n = 3 to n = 2

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The wavelength of the emitted radiation can be calculated using the Rydbergs Equation 1 R 1n12 1n22 where wavelength R Rydbergs constant    See Answer
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