Calculating Emission Wavelength for Excited Atoms at 3.031x10^-19 J Energy Level

Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on calculating the emission wavelength of excited atoms with an energy level of 3.031×10-19 J. The relevant equation used is E=hc/λ, which can be rearranged to λ=hc/E. The constants h (Planck's constant) and c (speed of light) are essential for this calculation. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding these constants to solve the problem effectively.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of quantum mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with Planck's constant (h) and the speed of light (c)
  • Basic knowledge of energy-wavelength relationships in photons
  • Ability to manipulate algebraic equations
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the value and significance of Planck's constant (h)
  • Learn about the speed of light (c) and its role in electromagnetic theory
  • Explore the concept of photon energy and its calculations
  • Practice solving problems involving energy-wavelength conversions using E=hc/λ
USEFUL FOR

Students and professionals in physics, particularly those studying quantum mechanics and photonics, will benefit from this discussion.

pishogues
Messages
1
Reaction score
0
Homework Statement
A sample of excited atoms lies 3.031×10^−19 J above the ground state. What is the emission wavelength of these atoms?
Relevant Equations
E=hc/λ
Problem Statement: A sample of excited atoms lies 3.031×10^−19 J above the ground state. What is the emission wavelength of these atoms?
Relevant Equations: E=hc/λ

λ=hc/E

I'm stuck on the first part. i.e;

something / 3.031x10^-19J
 
Physics news on Phys.org
pishogues said:
Problem Statement: A sample of excited atoms lies 3.031×10^−19 J above the ground state. What is the emission wavelength of these atoms?
Relevant Equations: E=hc/λ

something / 3.031x10^-19J

What is ##h##? what is ##c##?

If you don not know, go to "photon energy" wiki page.
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 26 ·
Replies
26
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
3K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
5K
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
11K
Replies
4
Views
3K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
4K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K