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According to Bohr's atomic model, which force provides the required centripetal force for revolution of electrons around the nucleus?

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Magnetic force
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Electrostatic force
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Gravitational force
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Pseudo force
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Solution

The correct option is B Electrostatic force
The centripetal force acting on the electrons revolving around the nucleus is provided by the electrostatic force acting between the protons in the nucleus and the electrons.

Hence, option (B) is the correct answer.

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