Atomic Structure and Radioactivity - SS1 Physics Past Questions and Answers - page 4

The Bohr Model of the atom has certain limitations. It does not account for the wave-particle duality of electrons and cannot explain phenomena like electron diffraction and the uncertainty principle. To overcome these limitations, the development of Quantum Mechanics was necessary. Quantum Mechanics, based on the principles of wave-particle duality, treats electrons as waves of probability. It describes the behaviour of electrons using mathematical equations, such as the Schrödinger equation, which provides information about the electron's position, energy, and orbital shapes. Quantum Mechanics provides a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of atomic structure and electron behaviour.