The kinetic energy of the electron in an orbit of radius $r$ in a hydrogen atom is proportional to ($e=$ electronic charge).

  • A
    $\frac{e^2}{4 r}$
  • B
    $\frac{e^2}{2 r}$
  • C
    $\frac{e^2}{r}$
  • D
    $\frac{e^2}{2 r^2}$

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