Atomic Models and Spectra Quiz
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Rutherford's model of the atom successfully explained the stability of atoms.

False (B)

Which of the following discoveries did Bohr use to develop his model of the atom?

  • Gravity
  • Radioactivity
  • Electromagnetism
  • Photoelectric effect (correct)

    • What is the primary reason why Rutherford's model of the atom was considered flawed?

    Rutherford's model predicted that electrons would spiral into the nucleus, causing the atom to collapse, which contradicts the observed stability of atoms.

    The unique set of colors emitted by different elements when stimulated is known as ______ spectrum.

    <p>line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following atomic models with their key features:

    <p>Rutherford's Model = Proposed a nucleus with orbiting electrons Bohr's Model = Introduced quantized energy levels for electrons Thomson's Model = Suggested a positively charged sphere with embedded electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these colors are observed in the line spectrum of hydrogen gas?

    <p>Only certain specific colors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bohr's model of the atom is also known as the 'planetary model'.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of spectrum is produced when excited atoms return to a lower energy state from a higher energy state?

    <p>Emission spectrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The analysis of spectra to determine the properties of their source is called ______.

    <p>Spectroscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of spectra with their descriptions:

    <p>Line spectrum = An emission spectrum that contains only certain wavelengths Continuous spectrum = An emission spectrum that contains all wavelengths Emission spectrum = Spectrum seen when electromagnetic radiation emitted by atoms is passed through a spectrometer Dispersion of white light = Produces a continuous spectrum containing all wavelengths of visible light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to an electron when it loses energy?

    <p>It drops to a lower energy level. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bohr's model successfully explained the line spectra of all atoms.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why Bohr's model is considered historically significant?

    <p>Bohr's model introduced the concept of quantized energy levels within atoms, which was a groundbreaking idea in the development of atomic theory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The colors of light emitted by excited hydrogen atoms correspond to the _______ changes that electrons experience as they move between energy levels.

    <p>energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Bohr Model = A model of the atom that explains the line spectrum of hydrogen by proposing quantized energy levels. Line Spectrum = A series of discrete lines of specific wavelengths emitted by excited atoms when they transition between energy levels. Excited State = An energy level higher than the ground state of an atom, reached when an electron absorbs energy. Ground State = The lowest possible energy level of an atom, where electrons are in their most stable state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before the discovery of the photoelectric effect, matter and energy were considered to be separate and unrelated.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name given to a packet of energy in Planck's Quantum Theory?

    <p>Quantum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ effect is a phenomenon where electrons are emitted from a metal surface when it is exposed to light.

    <p>photoelectric</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain how the photoelectric effect supports the concept of quantization of energy.

    <p>The photoelectric effect shows that light energy is absorbed in discrete packets called photons. This means that electrons in a metal can only be ejected if they absorb a whole photon, not a fraction of one. This demonstrates the quantized nature of light energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts to their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Electromagnetic Radiation = A form of energy produced by oscillating electric and magnetic disturbances. Photon = A unit of light energy. Quantum = A discrete packet of energy. Photoelectric Effect = The emission of electrons from a metal surface when it's exposed to light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following analogies accurately illustrates the concept of quantization of energy?

    <p>The different denominations of Canadian currency. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The photoelectric effect can be explained by applying the concept of photons colliding with electrons at the metal surface, leading to their ejection.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key discovery led to the change in the understanding of matter and energy at the end of the 19th century?

    <p>The photoelectric effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Limitation of Rutherford Model

    The model could not explain atomic stability or electron behavior.

    Bohr's Two Discoveries

    Bohr used the photoelectric effect and quantum theory to develop his model.

    Bohr's Atomic Model

    Suggests electrons orbit the nucleus in fixed paths without spiraling in.

    Hydrogen Line Spectrum

    Unique colors emitted by hydrogen can identify the element and support Bohr's model.

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    Success and Failure of Bohr's Model

    Explains hydrogen's spectral lines but struggles with heavier atoms.

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    Electromagnetic Radiation

    A form of energy produced by oscillating electric and magnetic fields.

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    Photoelectric Effect

    Electrons are emitted from a metal surface when exposed to light.

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    Planck's Quantum Theory

    Energy is released or absorbed in discrete quantities, not continuous streams.

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    Quantum of Energy

    A single packet of energy, as per Planck's theory.

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    Photon

    A unit of light energy, considered as a particle in quantum theory.

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    Quantization of Energy

    Energy is absorbed or emitted in specific amounts, called quanta.

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    Continuous Energy

    Energy that can take any value, like a person on a ramp.

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    Analogies for Quantization

    Comparison of energy levels to Canadian currency or stair steps.

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    Quantized Energy

    Energy that can only take on specific, discrete values.

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    Bohr's Model of the Atom

    A model suggesting electrons orbit the nucleus in defined energy levels.

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    Emission Spectrum

    The spectrum produced when atoms emit energy as they return to lower energy states.

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    Line Spectrum

    An emission spectrum showing only certain wavelengths of light.

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    Continuous Spectrum

    An emission spectrum containing all wavelengths without gaps.

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    Electron Transition

    The movement of electrons between different energy levels.

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    Spectroscopy

    The study of spectra to analyze the properties of light sources.

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    Bohr's Postulates

    The rules stating that electrons can only exist in specific orbits with set energy.

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    Energy Gain in Electrons

    When an electron gains energy, it moves to a higher energy level.

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    Energy Loss in Electrons

    When an electron loses energy, it drops to a lower energy level.

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    Bohr's Hydrogen Spectrum

    Bohr explained that only certain colors are emitted due to specific energy changes of electrons in hydrogen.

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    Bohr Model Importance

    The Bohr model introduced quantized energy levels, matching experimental hydrogen emission spectrum values.

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    Drawbacks of Bohr's Model

    Bohr's model couldn't explain the energy loss and couldn't account for complex atoms' line spectra.

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    Study Notes

    Bohr's Model of the Atom

    • Bohr's model depicts electrons orbiting the nucleus in specific energy levels.
    • Electrons can only exist in certain allowed orbits, each with a specific energy.
    • Electrons do not lose energy while in these allowed orbits.
    • Energy of an electron increases with increasing distance from the nucleus.
    • Electrons can jump between energy levels, absorbing or emitting energy in the process.
    • This energy transfer corresponds to specific wavelengths of light (like the colours in a line spectrum).
    • The line spectrum of hydrogen supports the idea of quantized energy levels.
    • Bohr used the line spectrum of hydrogen to develop a quantum model of the atom.
    • This model was a significant step toward understanding atomic structure.

    Limitations of Rutherford's Model

    • Rutherford's model suggested electrons orbiting the nucleus would lose energy and spiral into the nucleus.
    • This model couldn't explain why atoms remain stable.

    Bohr's Experimental Work

    • Bohr experimented with applying electricity and thermal energy to hydrogen gas.
    • He observed a line spectrum, a spectrum consisting of only certain colours.

    Quantum Theory

    • Energy released or absorbed is always in discrete (separate and distinct) quantities of energy.
    • Energy released or absorbed is not a continuous stream.
    • The energy emitted by a heated solid is quantized.

    Photoelectric Effect

    • Electrons are emitted from a metal surface when it is exposed to light.

    Nature of Light

    • Light is a form of energy called electromagnetic radiation.
    • Electromagnetic radiation is produced by oscillating electric and magnetic disturbances, or by the movement of electrically charged particles travelling through a vacuum.

    Light and Matter

    • At the end of the 19th century, matter and energy were viewed as distinct and unrelated.
    • Matter was considered particles with mass; light was considered waves with no mass.
    • The photoelectric effect changed this view.

    Quantization of Energy

    • Quantized means energy is released or absorbed in discrete or certain amounts.
    • Continuous means energy can take on all values.

    Analogies for Quantization

    • Canadian currency (e.g., $1, $5, etc.) is an example of quantized values.
    • A person walking up stairs (only at specific heights) offers an analogy for quantized energy.
    • A person walking up a ramp (at any height) offers an analogy for continuous energy.

    Spectroscopy

    • Spectroscopy is the analysis of spectra to determine the properties of their source using a spectrometer.

    Emission Spectrum

    • The spectrum produced when electromagnetic radiation emitted by atoms is passed through a spectrometer.
    • Excited atoms return to a lower energy state from a higher energy state and emit light which create a unique spectrum of lines for each element.

    Types of Emission Spectra

    • Continuous spectrum: Contains all wavelengths.
    • Emission line spectrum: Contains only certain wavelengths.

    Dispersion of White Light

    • When white light passes through a prism it separates into its constituent wavelengths creating a continuous spectrum.

    Line Spectrum

    • An emission spectrum that only contains certain wavelengths of light.
    • The unique line spectrum for each element is used by astronomers to identify different elements in stars.
    • It arises when excited electrons emit energy.

    Bohr Model Success

    • The Bohr model was historically important because it introduced the concept of the quantization of energy in atoms.
    • It gave scientists insight that paved the way for later theoretical developments.
    • Bohr calculated hydrogen's energy levels that closely matched experimental data from the hydrogen emission spectrum (obtained via spectroscopy).

    Bohr Model Drawbacks

    • Bohr wasn't able to theoretically explain why electrons in orbits don't lose energy.
    • His model was only able to explain the line spectrum of hydrogen, but not the spectra of more complex atoms.

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