Transitions: Visible Spectrum & n=3 to n=1

Thread starter Eleventh_Hour
Start date May 12, 2010

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The discussion centers on why transitions such as n=3 to n=1 in hydrogen do not appear in the visible spectrum. It is clarified that the visible spectrum represents only a small portion of the entire electromagnetic spectrum. The participants express confusion about the topic, indicating that the textbook did not provide sufficient information. The focus remains on understanding the limitations of the visible spectrum in relation to hydrogen's electronic transitions. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for deeper exploration of spectral lines beyond the visible range.

May 12, 2010

Eleventh_Hour

Homework Statement

Why don’t other transitions, like the n=3 to n=1 transition, appear in the visible spectrum?

Homework Equations

-None : Conceptual-

The Attempt at a Solution

I actually have no clue. The textbook yielded no fruit in this topic.

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May 12, 2010

Dadface

I assume you are referring to the hydrogen spectrum.Are you?

Last edited: May 12, 2010

May 12, 2010

Eleventh_Hour

Yes, hydrogen.

May 12, 2010

Dadface

Big clue...the visible spectrum is just one very small part of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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