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CHM 101 Atomic Structure and Quantum Theory Objective Question

Question

Who developed the uncertainty principle?
Options
A Erwin Schrödinger
B Werner Heisenberg
Correct Answer
C Niels Bohr
D Max Planck
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Werner Heisenberg's principle is called the uncertainty principle. He concluded that the dual nature of matter places a fundamental limitation on how precisely we can know both the location and the momentum of any object.

Hint

This scientist's name begins with 'H' and is associated with uncertainty.

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