Proton electron mass ratio calculation

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The discussion focuses on calculating the proton-electron mass ratio (Mp/Me) using Bohr's atomic model and the hydrogen emission spectrum. The user attempted to derive the ratio by applying angular momentum quantification and gravitational force instead of electromagnetic force, leading to incorrect results. The correct approach involves utilizing the spectral lines of the Balmer series, specifically the wavelength of 656.279 nm, to derive the necessary equations. The community is called upon to provide guidance on the correct methodology to achieve the desired calculation.

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  • Basic principles of gravitational and electromagnetic forces
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Homework Statement



Hello! I've come upon this question and haven't been able to find it anywhere. The goal is to find Mp/Me with basis on the Bohr's atomic model and hydrogen emisson spectrum lines.

Homework Equations



l=rp=nh_ ; h_=h/2pi ; E=-K.e^2/2r ; r=(n^2.h_^2)/Me.e^2.k ; k=1/(4pi.ε0)

wave lengh for first line of Balmer series on the air= 656,279 nm

The Attempt at a Solution



My attempt was the following: I actually didn't use the spectral lines information cause I wasn't able to see how could they help me. So I used angular momentum quantification which leads to the equations above for E and r, but instead of using electromagnetic force between the proton and the electron I used the gravitational force between both. That led me to this: Me.Mp=2r.E/-G ; now, not only this gives Me.Mp instead of Mp/Me, but it also gives a wrong value of Me.Mp. ...Hope someone can help me ^^
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