The wave-particle duality theory is the first adequate explanation of which one of the following observations about the hydrogen atom?
A)More than one possible orbit exists for the electron.
B)An infinite number of possible orbits exists for the electron.
C)Only certain energies are possible for the orbiting electron.
D)More than one momentum is possible for the orbiting electron.
E)None of these is correct.

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The wave-particle duality theory explains that electrons have both wave-like and particle-like properties. This allows for the explanation of the observed phenomenon of quantized energy levels in the hydrogen atom, meaning only certain energies are possible for the orbiting electron. This is known as the Bohr model of the atom. Therefore, the correct answer is (C) Only certain energies are possible for the orbiting electron.

The Wave-Particle Duality Theory Is the First Adequate Explanation of Which