Question

If E_P and E_K are the potential energy and kinetic energy of the electron in a stationary orbit of the hydrogen atom, the value of E_P/E_K is-

• A. –2
• B. 2
• C. –1
• D. 1

Answer 1

–K.E. = $\frac{P.E.}{2}$ or$\frac{P.E.}{K.E.}$= – 2