Multiple choice

Bohr's model can explain the

  1. spectrum of hydrogen only

  2. spectrum of an atom or ion containing one electron only

  3. spectrum of hydrogen molecule

  4. solar spectrum

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Bohr model gives almost exact results only for a system where two charged points orbit each other at speeds much less than that of light. This includes one-electron systems such as the hydrogen atom, singly ionised helium, etc.

 
 

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