Physics Electron, Photon, Photoelectric Effect and X-rays Photon and Photoelectric Effect MCQ (Single Correct)

Light of frequency is incident on a certain photoelectric substance with threshold frequency . The work function for the substance is

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The minimum energy required for the emission of photoelectrons from the surface of metal is known as work function of the metal, and the frequency corresponding to work function is known as threshold frequency.

Work function where is threshold frequency.

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