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To explain his theory, Bohr used

1. conservation of linear momentum
2. conservation of angular momentum
3. conservation of quantum frequency
4. conservation of energy

Correct answer: conservation of angular momentum

Solution

Bohr used the concept of conservation of angular momentum to explain the quantization of electron orbits in his atomic model.

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