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An electron in an atom jumps in such a way that its kinetic energy changes from x to 
. The change in its potential energy (magnitude) will be-
A
B
C
9x
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Change in kinetic energy is
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
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