Bohr's Model of the Atom

Question 1

Process by which an Atom Releases Photons

Answer 1

• When an atom emits energy, moving from Excited State to the Ground State, the previously emitted energy is released as a photon of light.

Question 1

Describe Bohr’s Model

Answer 1

• Electrons exist in set Energy Levels surrounding the Nucleus (n=1-7)
• Ground State: Lowest possible energy level an E- can exist in
• Excited State: When an E- absorbs E (Heat/Energy), E- moves from the Ground State to the higher Energy Levels, becoming unstable

Question 2

Describe the Three Limits of Bohr’s Model

Answer 2

1. Electrons don’t actually move in circular orbits.
2. Rydberg’s equation only works for Hydrogen
3. Model could not properly explain bonding.