Chapter 5, Problem 30QRT

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the given transition, transition that involves ground state has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

• The size of n indicates the relative energy of the state.
• If the final state has a larger n value than the initial state, then energy must be absorbed.
• If the final state has a smaller n value than the initial state, then energy must be emitted.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the given transition, transition that involves greatest energy change has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part a.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the given transition, transition that absorbs most energy has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part a.