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In a sample of H -atom, electrons make transition from 5 th excited state to ground state, producing all possible types of photons. Then, number of lines in infrared region are:
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Electron is in
excited state i.e. 
Here transition from

lies in Lyman series (ultraviolet range)

lies in Balmer series (visible range).
While,

these transitions lies in infrared region. Option 'c' is correct.
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