The energy of an electron in the nth orbit of a hydrogen atom is proportional to
Options
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A.
n
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B.
1/n
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C.
n²
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D.
1/n²
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E.
None of the above
Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)
D.
1/n²
Detailed Explanation
The Bohr energy levels of hydrogen are E_n = -13.6/n² eV, so the energy is proportional to -1/n².