Conceptual Physics (12th Edition) Clone

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Chapter 32 - Think and Explain - Page 613-614: 29

Answer

The smallest orbit would be one whose circumference equaled one electron wavelength.

Work Step by Step

This is according to the de Broglie model, explained on pages 608-609.
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