Interpretation : The difference between an orbit in the
Concept Introduction : Bohr explained the orbits in his postulates for the hydrogen atom. The quantum mechanical model explains the wave functions of hydrogen atoms called as atomic orbitals.
Answer to Problem 73A
An orbit is a circular path where the electrons revolve around the nucleus in the Bohr model and an orbital is a place where the electrons are present in the quantum mechanical model.
Explanation of Solution
Bohr was the first to quantitatively explain the fundamental characteristics of the hydrogen atom's structure and its spectrum.
He made advantage of Planck's idea of energy quantization.
A theoretical field called
According to the Bohr model, an orbit is a particular circular path taken by an electron as it circles the nucleus. On the other hand, an orbital is an area of space where an electron is likely to be found.
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