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Question
The figure below is the Energy level diagram for the Hydrogen atom. Study the transitions shown and answer the following question:
- State the type of spectrum obtained.
- Name the series of spectrum obtained.

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Solution
- It is a visible spectrum for the hydrogen atom.
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The name of the series is Balmer series.
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