Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
What is the significance of the negative total energy of the electron in a hydrogen atom?
A
It indicates that the electron is bound to the nucleus.
B
It means the electron can escape the nucleus's influence.
C
It shows that the electron has no kinetic energy.
D
It suggests that the electron is in an unstable orbit.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The negative total energy of the electron in a hydrogen atom implies that the electron is bound to the nucleus. If the energy were positive, the electron would not follow a closed orbit around the nucleus.
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