How Do Transition Wavelengths Compare Between Hydrogen and Helium?

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The discussion revolves around comparing transition wavelengths between hydrogen and helium, focusing on the calculations involved in determining these wavelengths using energy level transitions.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning

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  • The original poster attempts to use the omegaij formula to calculate frequencies between energy levels and subsequently determine wavelengths. Some participants express agreement with this approach, while others indicate potential computational errors in their results.

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The conversation is ongoing, with participants sharing their calculations and questioning the accuracy of their results. There is a sense of collaboration as they seek to identify any computational mistakes.

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I'm thinking I use the omegaij formula to determine the frequency between energy levels and then use that to calculate the wavelength.

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n149/camarolt4z28/2010-09-23195519.jpg?t=1285299772

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n149/camarolt4z28/2010-09-23194832.jpg?t=1285299825
 
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sounds good.
 
zhermes said:
sounds good.

Well, I must be doing something computationally incorrectly.

For (1) hydrogen, I'm getting a wavelength of 1.93 x 10^-8 m or 19.3 nm.
 
Any bright ideas? lol.
 

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