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What is the sign of the energy of the electron in a hydrogen atom in bound states?

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Question

What is the sign of the energy of the electron in a hydrogen atom in bound states?

Options

  • Negative

  • Positive

  • Zero

  • Always changing between positive and negative

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Solution

The electron's energy is negative in bound states. Zero energy is assigned to an electron that is completely free from the atom.

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