The variation of stopping potential (V 0 ) as a function of the frequency (v) of the incident light for a metal is shown in figure. The work function of the surface is
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The relation between the stopping potential and the frequency of the incident light is given by
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When V 0 = 0,
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Substitute the value of the frequency corresponding to zero stopping potential into equation to calculate the required work function of the material.
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