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Which model of the atom proposed that electrons orbit the nucleus at specific energy levels?
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Topic
Atoms and isotopes
Question
- A. Plum pudding model
- B. Nuclear model
- C. Bohr model
- D. Indivisible sphere model
Answer
Bohr model
Explanation
The Bohr model adapted the nuclear model by suggesting that electrons orbit the nucleus at specific distances or energy levels.
Common mistake
Confusing Protons and Neutrons
Students often confuse protons and neutrons, thinking they have the same charge or role in the nucleus.
Remember that protons are positively charged and determine the atomic number, while neutrons have no charge and contribute to the mass number.
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