How Do You Calculate the Fine Structure Energy Difference in Hydrogen?

In summary, the energy difference between the 2P 3/2 and 2P 1/2 states in Hydrogen (the fine structure) can be calculated using the first equation in the attachment, with the values provided in the graph. The result is approximately -5.17*10^-24 Joules. It is recommended to consult a specialist in atomic physics for confirmation of this solution.
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Homework Statement


Calculate the numerical value of the energy difference between the 2P 3/2and the 2P 1/2 states in Hydrogen (the fine structure).


Homework Equations


possible relevant equations are in the attachement


The Attempt at a Solution


It is quite unclear weather the relativistic (sexcond)or ,the equation which takes into account the magnetic field corrections (the first equation )of the proton around the electron has to be used.it seems that we should use the first equation.
The graph on the attachement tells us which values i have to substitute.
I would like someone who specialises in atomic physics ,to tell me if I am thinking correctly in order to solve the problem.im very uncertain about if this answer is correct.
 

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I=1/2 J=3/2 and J'=1/2ΔE=(-e^4/(8*pi*epsilon_0)^2*m_e*c^2*Z^4*α^3)/(n_1^3*(j+1/2)^2-n_2^3*(j'+1/2)^2)ΔE=(-e^4/(8*pi*epsilon_0)^2*m_e*c^2*1^4*1/137^3)/(2^3*(3/2+1/2)^2-2^3*(1/2+1/2)^2)ΔE=(-e^4/(8*pi*epsilon_0)^2*m_e*c^2*1^4*1/137^3)/(2^3*2^2-2^3*1^2)ΔE=(-e^4/(8*pi*epsilon_0)^2*m_e*c^2*1^4*1/137^3)/(8-4)ΔE=(-e^4/(8*pi*epsilon_0)^2*m_e*c^2*1^4*1/137^3)/4ΔE=(-9.109383*10^-31*(5.63*10^-34)^2*2.998*10^8*1^4*1/137^3)/4ΔE=-5.17*10^-24 Joules
 

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