Physics Laboratory Manual
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Author: David Loyd
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 43, Problem 1PLA
To determine
The Balmer formula for the wavelengths of the visible light spectrum of hydrogen.
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Answer to Problem 1PLA
The Balmer formula for the wavelengths of the visible light spectrum of hydrogen is
Explanation of Solution
Write the empirical equation for the wavelengths of the visible light spectrum of hydrogen by Johann Balmer
Here,
Conclusion:
Thus, the Balmer formula for the wavelengths of the visible light spectrum of hydrogen is
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