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Which of the following statement is correct in connection with hydrogen spectrum

A

The longest wavelength in the Balmer series is longer than the longest wavelength in Lyman series

B

The shortest wavelength in the Balmer series is shorter than the shortest wavelength in the Lyman series

C

The longest wavelength in both Balmer and Lyman series is equal

D

The longest wavelength in Balmer series is shorter than the longest wavelength in the Lyman series

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