The Ritz combination principle states that the sum of the
A)frequencies of two lines in a spectrum often equal the frequency of a third line.
B)energies associated with two lines in a spectrum often equal the energy associated with a third line.
C)energy transitions of quantum jumps is consistent with the conservation of energy.
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

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The Ritz combination principle essentially states that the frequencies (or equivalently, energies, since energy is directly proportional to frequency) of spectral lines can be combined to match the frequency of other lines, reflecting the conservation of energy in quantum jumps. This principle is applicable to the analysis of spectral lines, indicating that the sum of the frequencies (or energies) of two lines often equals the frequency (or energy) of a third line, thereby supporting the conservation of energy in these transitions.

The Ritz Combination Principle States That the Sum of the