What are the Paschen and Lyman series in the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The discussion revolves around the Paschen and Lyman series within the electromagnetic spectrum, focusing on their respective positions and frequency characteristics.

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  • Participants discuss the frequency ranges of the Lyman series in the ultraviolet and the Paschen series in the infrared, with some suggesting visual representations to clarify their positions on the spectrum.

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There appears to be a general agreement on the frequency characteristics of the Lyman and Paschen series, with participants confirming each other's statements. Some guidance on how to visually represent this information has been suggested.

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Participants reference the electromagnetic spectrum and its divisions, noting the relative positions of various series without delving into specific details or calculations.

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You can see the question below it's not homework I just don't know the answer and was hoping for one
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I know that the Lyman series is a series of lines in the ultra-violet. So that means a higher frequency so it will fall on the right of the diagram.

And Paschen is infrared. So a lower frequency so on the left side of the diagram?
 
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Sounds right. I'm sure you could find the answer on line to check for yourself!
 
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PeroK said:
Sounds right. I'm sure you could find the answer on line to check for yourself!
So to answer the question I'd just mark a line on either side and label them respectively then just explain why there found there wow easy!
 
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Yes IR is lower frequency than to-us visible and UV is higher than visible and x-rays are far to the right and gamma-rays are (to the right) way off the chart.
 

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