* Louis de Broglie (1924): Proposed the idea of wave-particle duality, suggesting that particles like electrons could also exhibit wave-like properties. This was a groundbreaking concept that paved the way for the wave model.
* Erwin Schrödinger (1926): Formulated the Schrödinger equation, a mathematical description of the wave-like behavior of electrons in atoms. This equation is fundamental to the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
* Max Born (1926): Interpreted the solutions to the Schrödinger equation. He proposed that the square of the wave function (a mathematical representation of the electron's wave) represents the probability of finding an electron at a particular location.
Therefore, while Louis de Broglie's hypothesis was crucial, it was Erwin Schrödinger's equation and Max Born's interpretation that solidified the wave model of the atom.
It's important to note that the wave model doesn't replace the Bohr model entirely. Instead, it extends and refines it, providing a more accurate and comprehensive picture of atomic structure and behavior.
