Explain Electron Revolution in Quantum Mechanics

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According to quantum mechanics, an electron possesses orbital angular momentum. And we know that orbital angular momentum is possessed by revolving body. Does electron revolve around the nucleus? Please explain. I shall be very much thankful to you.
 
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qasim4593 said:
an electron possesses orbital angular momentum
Zero orbital angular momentum is possible as well.
qasim4593 said:
Does electron revolve around the nucleus?
Not in the classical sense of "revolving". There is no accurate classical description.
 
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Electrons of the world, unite!

Oh, not that kind of revolution. Never mind.
 
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