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Electron Transition Energy Calculator

Use this electron transition energy calculator to calculate calculate electron transition energy and photon wavelength for hydrogen-like transitions.

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Input and Formula Breakdown

The transition energy is emitted or absorbed as a photon.

Atomic number Z
1
Lower level
2
Higher level
3
Transition energy
1.888889 eV
Transition energy
3.026334e-19 J

Scenario and Comparison

Current

1.888889 eV

Projected

22.67

Adjusted

2.08

Visual Comparison

Current result1.89
Projected usage22.67
Comparison scenario2.08

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Formula Explanation

Delta E = 13.6 eV Z^2 |1/n1^2 - 1/n2^2|

This calculator applies the formula Delta E = 13.6 eV Z^2 |1/n1^2 - 1/n2^2|. Enter each value with the matching unit, and AZCalculate updates the result instantly.

Use Cases

  • Analyze atomic spectra
  • Calculate emitted photon wavelength
  • Compare energy transitions
  • Learn modern physics relationships
  • Check formula steps

Step-by-Step Explanation

  1. Step 1Enter the known values in the calculator fields.
  2. Step 2Keep the units consistent with the labels shown beside each input.
  3. Step 3Apply the formula: Delta E = 13.6 eV Z^2 |1/n1^2 - 1/n2^2|.
  4. Step 4Review the primary result and supporting values.

Example calculation

Example electron transition energy calculator

Given

  • Atomic number Z: 1
  • Lower level: 2
  • Higher level: 3

Steps

  • Use the values shown above.
  • Apply Delta E = 13.6 eV Z^2 |1/n1^2 - 1/n2^2|.

Result

The calculator above shows the computed answer instantly from these example values.

Calculator guide

About this Electron Transition Energy Calculator

Calculate electron transition energy and photon wavelength for hydrogen-like transitions. This page includes an interactive calculator, concise formula notes, worked examples, FAQs, related calculators, and practical guidance you can revisit whenever needed.

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