Photoelectric EffectHard

Question

The work function of a substance is 4.0 eV. Then longest wavelength of light that can cause photoelectron emission from this substance approximately

Options

A.540 nm
B.400 nm
C.310 nm
D.220 nm

Solution

= W
λlongest =
⇒     ≈ 310 nm.

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