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How does the Bohr model and the quantum mechanical model differ?
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∙ 11y ago
The Bohr model of the atom describes the electrons as orbiting the nucleus in a stable circular path. The quantum mechanical model describes a probability cloud for the electron's position with respect to the nucleus, the shape of the cloud, any special orientations and the spin of the electron.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe Bohr model shows electrons in neat, planet-like orbits around the nucleus. Inaccurate as it is, it is still used to teach where things are in an atom because it's easy to interpret. The quantum mechanical model is less user-friendly, but more accurate. Schrodinger did the math and determined that, in fact, electron clouds around the nucleus form some interesting 3-D shapes based on how many electrons are in what sub-levels.
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∙ 13y agoin the Bohr model- the electron was assumed to move in circular orbits.
wave mechanical model- the electron states are described by orbitals. Orbitals are nothing like Orbits
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoThey both state that higher energy electrons are located further from the nucleus.
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What is another name for the quantum mechanical model of an atom?
Well, the conventional system of quantum mechanics can also be known as the Standard Model of Particle Interaction, or the Standard Model for short.
What is the name of the scientist who developed the quantum mechanical model for electrons orbiting the nucleus?
Was it not Neils Bohr. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niels_Bohr#Atomic_research
Which model of the atom shows electrons traveling around the nucleus in wave patterns?
The Bohr Model, and its the basis of quantum theory
Why do you think that many people persist to visualizing the atom according to the out-dated Bohr model as opposed to accepting the quantum mechanical model?
Its easier to understand. His model is simple, he compared it to a ladder which is easily visualized where the quantum model is difficult involves hard equations.
What did the bohr model of the atom help to explain?
The Bohr model of an atom was of planetary type.
How does the quantum-mechanical model differ from Bohrs model?
Bohr's model explains how electron transitions cause hydrogen's atomic emission spectra. The quantum model is a 3-d view of the atom, which shows an electron's energy levels and sublevels and the probability of an electron's location, proven with complex mathematics.
Was the quantum mechanical model of the atom proposed by Niels Bohr?
No. Before the Bohr model ,the most accepted model was the Rutherford model of the atom. Before that there was the plum-pudding model.
How is Niels Bohr's model of the atom a quantum model?
The atomic model of Bohr is not a quantum model.
How does the atomic model you used today differ from Bohr model?
The modern atomic model is based on quantum mechanics.
Why do you think that many people persist in visualizing the atom according to the out-dated Bohr model as opposed to accepting the quantum-mechanical?
The Bohr model is exceedingly simpler to fathom and comprehend. The quantum mechanical model consists of a plethora of comlex equations which would definitely take many people aback.
What is another name for the quantum mechanical model of an atom?
Well, the conventional system of quantum mechanics can also be known as the Standard Model of Particle Interaction, or the Standard Model for short.
What is the name of the scientist who developed the quantum mechanical model for electrons orbiting the nucleus?
Was it not Neils Bohr. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niels_Bohr#Atomic_research
Which model of the atom shows electrons traveling around the nucleus in wave patterns?
The Bohr Model, and its the basis of quantum theory
How do the Bohr model and the mechanical model of the atom differ in how they describe electrons?
the bohr model suggests that electrons follow orbits around the nucleus. Quantum mechanics describes electrons differently and gives them different properties. It tells us where an electron is most likely to be found but no defined path of motion around the nucleus
What model represents current atomic theory?
The most accurate, but not user friendly and usable model is the quantum mechanic atom model (QM model)
Why do you think that many people persist to visualizing the atom according to the out-dated Bohr model as opposed to accepting the quantum mechanical model?
Its easier to understand. His model is simple, he compared it to a ladder which is easily visualized where the quantum model is difficult involves hard equations.
Model of the atom based on quantum theory?
Bohr
