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Bohr Radius Calculator

Use this bohr radius calculator to calculate calculate bohr orbit radius for hydrogen-like atoms.

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Input and Formula Breakdown

Radius grows with n squared and shrinks with nuclear charge.

Energy level n
1
Atomic number Z
1
Bohr radius
5.291772e-11 m
Bohr radius
52.9177 pm

Scenario and Comparison

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5.291772e-11 m

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Formula Explanation

r_n = a0 n^2 / Z

This calculator applies the formula r_n = a0 n^2 / Z. Enter each value with the matching unit, and AZCalculate updates the result instantly.

Use Cases

  • Study Bohr model
  • Compare energy levels
  • Estimate orbital radius
  • Learn modern physics relationships
  • Check formula steps

Step-by-Step Explanation

  1. Step 1Enter the known values in the calculator fields.
  2. Step 2Keep the units consistent with the labels shown beside each input.
  3. Step 3Apply the formula: r_n = a0 n^2 / Z.
  4. Step 4Review the primary result and supporting values.

Example calculation

Example bohr radius calculator

Given

  • Energy level n: 1
  • Atomic number Z: 1

Steps

  • Use the values shown above.
  • Apply r_n = a0 n^2 / Z.

Result

The calculator above shows the computed answer instantly from these example values.

Calculator guide

About this Bohr Radius Calculator

Calculate Bohr orbit radius for hydrogen-like atoms. This page includes an interactive calculator, concise formula notes, worked examples, FAQs, related calculators, and practical guidance you can revisit whenever needed.

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It uses r_n = a0 n^2 / Z and calculates the result from the values you enter.

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