MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #906

How does de Broglie’s hypothesis differ from Bohr’s quantization condition?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #906

  1. Question 1

    Q1. How does de Broglie’s hypothesis differ from Bohr’s quantization condition?

    • A) De Broglie explains electron orbitals as standing waves
    • B) Bohr’s model allows fractional angular momentum
    • C) De Broglie applies only to hydrogen atoms
    • D) Bohr’s condition includes wave-particle duality

    Answer: De Broglie explains electron orbitals as standing waves

    Explanation: De Broglie linked matter waves to standing waves in Bohr’s orbits. Bohr’s model lacks wave-based quantization.