"Rydberg formula" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Formulated by the Swedish physicist Johannes Rydberg, and presented on 5 November 1888. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Rydberg formula
  1. A formula used in atomic physics to describe the wavelengths of spectral lines of many chemical elements. Wikipedia link: Rydberg formula

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