Calculate the 4th line of the Balmer Series

[miniradman]

Homework Statement

Calculate wavelength of light the 4th line of the Balmer Series.

Homework Equations

The Rydberg Equation

The Attempt at a Solution

Do I simply sub in 2 for n₁ and 6 for n₂?

 

[gneill]

Homework Statement

Calculate wavelength of light the 4th line of the Balmer Series.

Homework Equations

The Rydberg Equation

The Attempt at a Solution

Do I simply sub in 2 for n₁ and 6 for n₂?

Try it and see... you can always look up the wavelengths for the series to compare your result.