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Chapter 41, Problem 1CQ
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The highest energy state among the three hydrogen atom states 6p, 5d and 4f.

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Answer to Problem 1CQ

Solution: The highest energy state is 4f.

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Given Info: The states of hydrogen atom are 6p, 5d

and 4f.

Formula for the energy of the atom in nth state is, En=13.6eVn2

En is the energy of the atom in nth state.

n is the level of energy states.

Substitute 6 for n to find En.

E6=13.6eV62=0.38eV

Substitute 5 for n to find En.

E5=13.6eV52=0.544eV

Substitute 4 for n to find En.

E4=13.6eV42=0.85eV

Conclusion: Therefore, the highest energy state is 6p.

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