Which of the following is/are correct postulates of Bohr's theory of the hydrogen atom ?
1)The energy of an electron in an atom is quantized (i.e.only specific energy values are possible).
2)The principal quantum number (n),specifies each unique energy level.
3)An electron transition from a lower energy level to a higher energy level results in an emission of a photon of light.
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) 3 only
D) 1 and 2
E) 1,2,and 3

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Bohr's theory postulates that the energy of an electron is quantized and specified by the principal quantum number. However, an electron transition from a lower to a higher energy level absorbs a photon, not emits it.

Which of the Following Is/are Correct Postulates of Bohr's Theory