An atom requires 6.24 * 10-19J to remove its furthest electron in the gas phase. What is the maximum wavelength of electromagnetic radiation that will result in ionization? Report your numerical answer in units of nm. Use significant figures.

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Juliette Bonilla

Chemistry

16 October, 10:36

An atom requires 6.24 * 10-19J to remove its furthest electron in the gas phase. What is the maximum wavelength of electromagnetic radiation that will result in ionization? Report your numerical answer in units of nm. Use significant figures.

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Audrey Roman · Answer 1

Report your numerical answer in units of nm. Use significant figur

Edwin Ramirez · Answer 2

Solution:

1. Determine the frequency:

E=hv

6.24 x 10-19 J = (6.626 x 10-32 Js) x (v)

v = 9.417 x 10^14 s-1

2. Determine the wavelength:

λv = c

(λ) x (9.417 x 10^14 s-1) = 3.00 x 10^8 m/s

λ = 3.18 x 10-7 m

Wavelength (λ) = 318nm