Question

In hydrogen atom, what is the ionization potential of the electron in the ground state? 
 

Hint:

The ionization potential for hydrogen’s ground state is a fundamental constant, directly related to the Rydberg constant.

Answer 1

The ionization potential (IP) is the energy required to remove an electron from the ground state of an atom. For a hydrogen atom, the ionization potential is given by: \[ \text{IP} = \frac{13.6 \, \text{eV}}{1^2} = 13.6 \, \text{eV}. \] Correct Answer: The ionization potential of the electron in the ground state of a hydrogen atom is \( 13.6 \, \text{eV} \).