Bohr angular momentum quantization (L = nħ = nh/(2π))
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L = nħ = nh/(2π)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| L | Magnitude of angular momentum in Bohr model |
| n | Principal quantum number |
When to use this
Old quantum theory Bohr postulate for circular orbits; replaced by L = √(l(l+1))ħ in full QM.