The table shows some of the energy levels for the hydrogen atom. State a b c d e f Energy/eV 0 -0.54 -0.85 -1.51 -3.39 -13.6 Defined electron volt. Explain why the energy levels are given negative values. How might the atom be changed from state e to state c? State which level corresponds to the ground state.

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The table shows some of the energy levels for the hydrogen atom.

State a b c d e f
Energy/eV 0 -0.54 -0.85 -1.51 -3.39 -13.6
  • Defined electron volt.
  • Explain why the energy levels are given negative values.
  • How might the atom be changed from state e to state c?
  • State which level corresponds to the ground state.
  • Calculate the ionization energy of atomic hydrogen in joules. 

 

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