Limitations of Bohr’s Quantum Theory of Spectra

Even though Niels Bohr’s quantum theory of spectra was regarded as one of the most revolutionary and successful theory of atomic dynamics, it was limited in the following ways:

  • It had only limited success in predicting emission and absorption wavelengths
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Bohr’s Original Quantum Theory of Spectra

Regarded as one of the greatest discoveries, Niels Bohr’s original quantum theory of spectra was one of the most revolutionary and successful theory of atomic dynamics.

Both Thomson and Rutherford recognized that the electrons must revolve about the nucleus in … Read More