An observation on the Balmer-Bohr formula

Hydrogen transition wavelengths computed with the familiar Balmer-Bohr formula are different than those reported in standard reference sources. The origin of this discrepancy, which is likely not well-known to instructors and students, is explained.

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Published in:Physics education 2020-11, Vol.55 (6), p.63008
Main Author: Reed, B Cameron
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
atomic physics
Balmer formula
Bohr atom
hydrogen spectrum
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Summary:Hydrogen transition wavelengths computed with the familiar Balmer-Bohr formula are different than those reported in standard reference sources. The origin of this discrepancy, which is likely not well-known to instructors and students, is explained.
ISSN:0031-9120
1361-6552
DOI:10.1088/1361-6552/abb6c3