The energy of an electron in the nth orbit of a hydrogen atom is proportional to

Options

  • A. n
  • B. 1/n
  • C.
  • D. 1/n²
  • 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.