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How many emission spectral lines are possible when a hydrogen atom is excited to nth energy level?


A) $\frac{n(n+1)}{2}$

B) $\frac{(n+1)}{2}$

C) $\frac{(n-1)n}{2}$

D) $\frac{n^{2}}{4}$

Answer:

Option C

Explanation:

number of spectral  lines= $\frac{n(n-1)}{2}$

n is the oribital in which the electron exist