Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Energy levels in atoms and line spectra

Energy levels in atoms and line spectra — practice question

(a)[3]

Explain how the hydrogen line spectrum serves as evidence for discrete electron energy levels in atoms.

(b(i))[1]

Some electron energy levels in atomic hydrogen are shown in Fig. 7.1. On Fig. 7.1, add an arrow to indicate a third possible transition.

(b(ii))[3]

Calculate the wavelength of the emitted light for the transition in (i).

(c)[4]

A beam of light has a continuous spread of wavelengths from $400\,\text{nm}$ to $700\,\text{nm}$. It is directed onto some cool hydrogen gas, as shown in Fig. 7.2. Using the wavelength values from (b), state and explain what the emergent light spectrum looks like.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 11-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Each line shows photons with a particular energy

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI