Question

Which statement applies to the electron at state 2?

a) It is at a lower energy level than the ground state.
b) It possesses less energy than the ground state.
c) It radiates energy when moved up to state 2.
d) It possesses greater energy than the ground state.

Answer 1

d) It possesses greater energy than the ground state.

Step-by-step explanation:

As we know that total energy associated with the electron is given by the equation

`E = -13.6 (z^2)/(n^2)`

total potential energy is given as

`U = -27.2 (z^2)/(n^2)`

total kinetic energy of the system is given as

`K = 13.6 (z^2)/(n^2)`

so in terms of total energy when electron moves to higher energy state the total energy will also increase.

So if it jump from this higher energy state to lower state it must radiate the energy

so correct answer would be

d) It possesses greater energy than the ground state.

Answer 2

The statement that applies to the electron at state 2 is it possesses greater energy than the ground state. The correct answer between all the choices given is the last choice or letter D. I am hoping that this answer has satisfied your query and it will be able to help you in your endeavor, and if you would like, feel free to ask another question.