When a hydrogen atom transitions from $n=2$ to $n=1$, it emits a photon. The recoil speed of the atom is $\frac{x}{5} \,m/s$. Find the value of $x$. (Use: mass of hydrogen atom $= 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \,kg$)

  • A
    $17$
  • B
    $18$
  • C
    $19$
  • D
    $20$

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