Q46 / 180 · AIIMS 2011 · Chemistry

Smallest wavelength occurs for

Correct answer
A
Lyman series
B
Balmer series
C
Paschen series
D
Brackett series

Solution

Series $\rightarrow$ Lyman, Balmer, Paschen, Brackett, Pfund

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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