Question

Balmer series was observed and analysed for hydrogen before other series. A possible reason for this is

• A. because it was relatively difficult to observe balmer series
• B. because balmer series emissions were slowest & can be trapped for analysis
• C. because balmer were of ultraviolet region
• D. because balmer emissions of hydrogen were in visible range

Answer 1

The correct option is D because balmer emissions of hydrogen were in visible range

Balmer emissions fall in visible region unlike others.