Balmer Formula

Definition

The Balmer formula is an equation that describes the wavelengths of light emitted by hydrogen atoms in their excited state. It relates the wavelength of the emitted light to a series of discrete energy levels.

Related terms

Emission Spectrum: The emission spectrum refers to the range of colors or wavelengths of light emitted by an element when its electrons transition from higher to lower energy levels.

Hydrogen Atom: A hydrogen atom consists of one proton in its nucleus and one electron orbiting around it.

Energy Levels:

Energy levels are specific states that an electron can occupy within an atom, characterized by different amounts of energy.