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

When stopping potential is applied in an experiment on photoelectric effect, no photocurrent is observed. This means that

A
the emission of photoelectrons is stopped
B
the photoelectrons are emitted but are reabsorbed by the emitter metal
C
the photoelectrons are accumulated near the collector plate
D
the photoelectrons are dispersed from the sides of the apparatus.

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B

Emission of photo electron is independent of external factor. It depends only on the nature of the material and wavelength of incident light

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