Physics: Principles with Applications (7th Edition)

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Chapter 27 - Early Quantum Theory and Models of the Atom - Problems - Page 800: 55

Answer

91.2 nm

Work Step by Step

The longest wavelength photon has an energy equal to the ionization energy of 13.6 eV. $$ E_{ionization} =hf = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$$ In this problem, the value of hc is useful. Use the result stated in Problem 29, $hc=1240\;eV \cdot nm$. $$ \lambda=\frac{hc}{E_{ionization}}=\frac{1240\;eV \cdot nm }{13.6eV}=91.2 nm$$
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