Which of the following transitions represent the emission of a photon with the largest energy?
A)n = 2 to n = 1
B)n = 3 to n = 1
C)n = 6 to n = 3
D)n = 1 to n = 4
E)n = 2 to n = 5

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The energy of a photon emitted during a transition is proportional to the difference in energy levels. The transition from n = 3 to n = 1 has the largest energy difference, resulting in the emission of a photon with the largest energy.

Which of the Following Transitions Represent the Emission of a Photon