The Bohr model for hydrogen is an enigma of chemistry and physics. Textbooks commonly display a Bohr atom to explain the energy levels of electrons orbiting a nucleus. Gilbert Lewis expressed a doubt of this model, but without explanation.  I had long been apprehensive of this model, but had difficulty in discovering an error. However, the Bohr model has reversed the energy levels of atomic absorptions and emissions. I will explain the correct atomic emissions and the potential ramifications that must result. For example, the molecular orbital model of methane agrees with the photoelectron spectrum and valence bond model agrees with the structure. I believe I can provide a model that agrees with both.

Bohr model for hydrogen - revised

254th National Meeting (2017)

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