The energy levels of the hydrogen atom (and all atoms) are ____, meaning that only certain discrete energy levels are allowed.
A) varied
B) quantized
C) ramp-like
D) continuous
E) two of these

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The energy levels of atoms, including hydrogen, are quantized, meaning that only certain specific, discrete energy levels are allowed. This is due to the wave-like behavior of electrons and the restrictions of their allowed energy states within the atom.

The Energy Levels of the Hydrogen Atom (And All Atoms)