10 Questions
What is the radius of the orbit for an electron in He+ with n=1 and Z=2?
0.02645 nm
Which of the following is a limitation of Bohr's model of the hydrogen atom?
It fails to account for the spectrum of helium atoms
What was one of the shortcomings of Bohr's model mentioned in the text?
Inability to explain the splitting of spectral lines in the presence of magnetic field
What is a limitation of the Bohr model?
It does not consider the wave character of the electron
Why does the Bohr model fail to define the path of an electron?
Because it ignores the Heisenberg uncertainty principle
What aspect of the Bohr model contradicts the Heisenberg uncertainty principle?
Exact definition of electron's position and velocity
What did Niels Bohr use to explain the general features of the structure of the hydrogen atom and its spectrum?
Planck's concept of quantisation of energy
What is the expression commonly known as Bohr's frequency rule?
$\Delta E = h\nu$
What quantity is quantized in Bohr's model of the hydrogen atom?
Angular momentum
What provides the key to understanding the electronic structure of elements according to the text?
Regularities in the line spectra of each element
Test your understanding of Bohr's model of the hydrogen atom with this quiz. Explore the calculation of energy levels and orbit radius, as well as the limitations of the model.
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