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What are the main drawbacks of bohr's model of atom?
Bohr's model of the atom has several drawbacks, including its inability to explain the fine structure of spectral lines, the inability to account for the Zeeman effect, and the assumption that electrons move in fixed circular orbits around the nucleus.
Bohr's model only works for the hydrogen atom and fails to accurately describe heavier elements because it does not take into account the repulsive forces between multiple electrons in an atom.
Yes, the concept of quantized energy levels is still valid in modern atomic theory. However, the Bohr model's specific assumptions about these energy levels have been replaced by more complex and accurate models.
Bohr's model was the first successful attempt at explaining the structure of the atom, and it paved the way for further advancements and discoveries in the field of atomic theory.
Other criticisms of Bohr's model include its inability to explain the behavior of atoms in molecules and its neglect of the wave-like nature of particles, which is a fundamental aspect of modern atomic theory.