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ChemistryMediumNumerical2018 · 15 Apr

Q32.Ejection of the photoelectron from metal in the photoelectric effect experiment can be stopped by applying 0. 5 V , when the radiation of 250 nm is used. The work function of the metal is (1) 4 eV (2) 5. 5 eV (3) 4. 5 eV (4) 5 eV

What This Question Tests

This question requires applying the photoelectric effect equation to calculate the work function of a metal using the given stopping potential and the wavelength of incident radiation, including unit conversions.

Concepts Tested

Photoelectric effect equationWork functionEnergy of photonStopping potential

Formulas Used

KE_max = eV₀

E = hc/λ

E = Φ + KE_max

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