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What is the Bohr correspondence principle?
The Bohr correspondence principle states that at the limit of large quantum numbers for atomic systems the formulae of classical physics should be found. This principle has especially made it possible to connect the formulae giving the radiation intensities of quantum atoms to classical formulae.
What do you understand by correspondence principle?
In physics, the correspondence principle states that the behavior of systems described by the theory of quantum mechanics (or by the old quantum theory) reproduces classical physics in the limit of large quantum numbers.
How does Bohr’s model of the atom account for the emission and absorption spectra of an element?
Bohr’s model explains the spectral lines of the hydrogen atomic emission spectrum. While the electron of the atom remains in the ground state, its energy is unchanged. When the atom absorbs one or more quanta of energy, the electron moves from the ground state orbit to an excited state orbit that is further away.
How does the correspondence principle relate to special relativity?
For example, Einstein’s special relativity satisfies the correspondence principle, because it reduces to classical mechanics in the limit of velocities small compared to the speed of light (example below). General relativity reduces to Newtonian gravity in the limit of weak gravitational fields.
Can you enter the quantum realm?
The Quantum Realm is a dimension in the Multiverse only accessible through magical energy, mystical transportation using a Sling Ring, by tremendous subatomic shrinking caused by the Pym Particles, or a quantum bridge.
What is meant by a correspondence theory of schooling and the hidden curriculum?
The correspondence theory is the idea that the norms and values pupils learn in school correspond to the norms and values which will make it easy for future capitalist employers to exploit them at work. Bowles and Gintis say that ‘work casts a long shadow over school’.