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An electron is in the n = 3 energy level in a hydrogen atom.  What can you say about the spectral series in which it can participate?
A)   If it gains energy, it can participate in the Lyman Series; if it loses energy, it can participate in the Balmer Series.
B)   If it gains energy, it can participate in the Lyman Series or the Paschen Series; if it loses energy, it can participate in the Balmer Series.
C)   If it gains energy, it can participate in the Balmer Series; if it loses energy, it can participate in the Paschen Series.
D)   If it gains energy, it can participate in the Paschen Series; if it loses energy, it can participate in the Lyman Series or the Balmer Series.
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