Chapter 12, Problem 16CR

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Bohr’s model of hydrogen should be described. How Bohr envisions the relationship between the electron and the nucleus of hydrogen atom should be discussed. How Bohr’s model explains the emission of only discrete wavelengths of light by excited hydrogen atoms should be discussed. Why Bohr’s model not stand up as more experiments were performed using elements other than hydrogen should be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Bohr’s model of Hydrogen describes hydrogen atom as a positively charged nucleus consists of neutrons and protons surrounded by negatively charged electrons which revolve around the nucleus in fixed orbits. Bohr model describes hydrogen’s energy levels.