- AThe electron in a H atom's stationary state moves in a circle around the nucleus.
- BAn atom can take only certain distinct energies , etc. These allowed states of constant energy are called the stationary states of atom.
- CAn atom in a stationary state does not emit electromagnetic radiation as long as it stays in the same state.
- DWhen an electron makes a transition from a higher energy stationary state to a lower energy stationary state, then it emits a photon of light.
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Correct answer: A
- Interpret the question
We need to identify which Bohr postulate is not consistent with the modern quantum mechanical model.
- Recall the key difference between Bohr model and quantum mechanics
- In Bohr's model, the electron is assumed to move in a fixed circular orbit around the nucleus.
- In quantum mechanics, an electron is not described as moving in a definite circular path. Instead, it is described by a wavefunction and is found in an orbital (a probability distribution).
So any statement involving a definite circular trajectory is not in agreement with quantum mechanics.
- Check each option
Option A
"The electron in a H atom's stationary state moves in a circle around the nucleus."
This is a Bohr-specific classical picture. In quantum mechanics, electrons do not move in definite circular orbits.
So, Option A is not in agreement with quantum mechanical model.
Option B
"An atom can take only certain distinct energies , etc. These allowed states of constant energy are called the stationary states of atom."
Quantum mechanics also predicts quantized energy levels for bound electrons.
So, Option B is in agreement.
Option C
"An atom in a stationary state does not emit electromagnetic radiation as long as it stays in the same state."
In quantum mechanics, a stationary state has a definite energy and does not radiate simply by remaining in that state.
So, Option C is in agreement.
Option D
"When an electron makes a transition from a higher energy stationary state to a lower energy stationary state, then it emits a photon of light."
Quantum mechanics also supports emission/absorption of photons during transitions between energy levels.
So, Option D is in agreement.
- Final conclusion
The Bohr postulate that is not consistent with the quantum mechanical model is:
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