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Which of the following best describes Bohr’s model of the atom?
Options
A Electrons are embedded in a sphere of positive charge.
B Electrons move randomly around the nucleus.
C Electrons orbit the nucleus in fixed energy levels.
Correct Answer
D Atoms are solid and indivisible.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Niels Bohr's model proposed that electrons travel in specific, fixed circular paths or orbits (energy levels) around the nucleus, and they can only gain or lose energy by jumping between these levels.

Hint

This model introduced the idea of quantized energy levels for electrons.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 382 of 1872
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