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Physics Atomic and Nuclear Physics Atomic Structure MCQ (Single Correct)

A metal surface is illuminated by a light of given intensity and frequency to cause photoemission. If the intensity of illumination is reduced to one fourth of its original value, then the maximum kinetic energy of the emitted photoelectrons would be:

A
unchanged
B
1/16th of original value
C
twice the original value
D
four times the original value

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The correct answer is:
A

As the maximum kinetic energy depend on the wave length/frequency but not on intensity.

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