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The wave-particle duality theory is the first to give an adequate explanation of which of the following facts about the hydrogen atom?
Options
A Why more than one possible orbit exists for the electron.
B Why only certain energies are possible for the orbiting electron.
Correct Answer
C Why more than one momentum is possible for the orbiting electron.
D None of these are correct.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Wave-particle duality, combined with de Broglie's hypothesis, explained the quantization of electron orbits in the hydrogen atom. The standing wave condition led to discrete energy levels.

Hint

The quantization of angular momentum in Bohr's model was explained by the wave nature of electrons.

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Course: PHY 104
Topic: PHY 104 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 896 of 947
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