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An electron in an atom jumps in such a way that its kinetic energy changes from x to x9. The change in its potential energy (magnitude) will be-
ChemistryStructure of AtomJEE Main
Options:
  • A x9
  • B 16x9
  • C 9x
  • D 9x16
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The correct answer is: 16x9
Change in kinetic energy is

x  x 9 = 8x 9

For Bohr model of atom

The kinetic energy in a state is equal to half of the potential energy in magnitude.

Potential energy

=2 Kinetic energy

2×8x9 =16x9

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