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If we consider Maxwell's explanation regarding Rutherford's atomic model, then the electrons should move in a/an

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a

elliptical path

b

spiral path

c

circular path

d

helical path

answer is C.

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Maxwell's equations of electromagnetism show that any accelerated electron must continuously emit electromagnetic radiation. The revolving electron should, therefore, always emit radiation at all temperatures. The wavelength of the radiation should be related to the frequency of revolution. If the radiation is continuously emitted, the energy is spent and the radius of the circle should gradually decrease, i.e., the path should be spiral.

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