STANDARDPhysics-Atomic Structure
STANDARD Physics Hydrogen Atom MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
In a hydrogen atom the total energy of electron is
A
e²/8πε₀r
B
-e²/8πε₀r
C
e²/4πε₀r
D
-e²/4πε₀r
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The total energy of an electron in a hydrogen atom is negative, indicating that the electron is bound to the nucleus. The formula for total energy is E = -e²/8πε₀r.
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