Hydrogen Emission Spectra Wavelength

In summary, a transmission diffraction grating with 528 lines/mm is used to study the line spectrum of light produced by a hydrogen discharge tube. An observer sees the first-order red line at a distance of 0.481063m from the source, which is 1.3m away from the grating. Using the equation dsin\theta=m\lambda, we can calculate the wavelength of the red line in the hydrogen spectra by finding the distance between two lines on the grating.
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Homework Statement



A transmission diffraction grating with 528 lines/mm is used to study the line spectrum of the light produced by a hydrogen discharge tube. The grating is 1.3m from the source (behind a hole in the center of a meter stick). An observer sees the first-order red line at a distance y=0.481063m from the hole.

Calculate the wavelength of the red line in the hydrogen spectra. (do not use small angle approximation) answer in units of m.


Homework Equations



dsin[tex]\theta[/tex]=m[tex]\lambda[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution



I'm missing the d and the [tex]\lambda[/tex].So I have two variables and I really don't see any way to sub in for them.
 
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You have 528 lines in 1 mm, so what's the distance between two lines?
 

1. What is hydrogen emission spectra wavelength?

Hydrogen emission spectra wavelength refers to the specific wavelengths of light that are emitted when hydrogen atoms release energy in the form of light. This emission spectrum is unique to hydrogen and can be used to identify the presence of hydrogen in a substance.

2. How is hydrogen emission spectra wavelength measured?

Hydrogen emission spectra wavelength is measured using a spectroscope. This instrument separates light into its component wavelengths and allows scientists to identify and measure the specific wavelengths emitted by hydrogen atoms.

3. Why is hydrogen emission spectra wavelength important in astronomy?

Hydrogen emission spectra wavelength is important in astronomy because it can provide information about the composition and temperature of stars. By analyzing the wavelengths emitted by a star, scientists can determine its chemical composition and other important characteristics.

4. Are there any practical applications of hydrogen emission spectra wavelength?

Yes, there are several practical applications of hydrogen emission spectra wavelength. It is used in spectroscopy to identify and analyze the composition of substances, in lighting technology to produce specific colors of light, and in medical imaging to identify different types of tissues in the body.

5. Can hydrogen emission spectra wavelength be used to identify elements other than hydrogen?

No, hydrogen emission spectra wavelength is unique to hydrogen and cannot be used to identify other elements. Each element has its own unique emission spectrum, which is why spectroscopy is a powerful tool in identifying and analyzing the composition of substances.

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