Multiple choice

In which case, the wavelength emitted is minimum?

  1. An electron jumps from 2nd to 1st level

  2. An electron jumps from 3rd to 2nd level

  3. An electron jumps from 4th to 3rd level

  4. An electron jumps from 5th to 4th level

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A Correct answer
Explanation

  Applying the Rydberg's equation 1/λ = R0[1/n12 - 1/n22] . We get 1/λ = R0 [3/4] or λ = 1.33/R0. This value of wavelength is the least among the given options.