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(a)
Interpretation:
The energy difference between
Concept Introduction:
The expression to calculate the energy difference between allowed energy levels of a hydrogen atom is as follows:
Here,
(b)
Interpretation:
The largest energy difference observed in the hydrogen atom has to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
The reason for the presence of a limit on energy difference has to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(d)
Interpretation:
The phenomenon that corresponds to a limit on energy difference has to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
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