A classical atom orbiting at frequency f would emit

Chapter 37, Problem 37.81

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A classical atom orbiting at frequency f would emit electromagnetic waves of frequency f because the electrons orbit, seen edge-on, looks like an oscillating electric dipole. a. At what radius, in nm, would the electron orbiting the proton in a hydrogen atom emit light with a wavelength of 600 nm? b. What is the total mechanical energy of this atom?

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