If the work function for a certain metal is 3.2×10−19J and it is illuminated with light of frequency 8×1014 Hz . The maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons would be: (h=6.63×10−34 Js)
A
2.1×10−19J
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B
8.5×10−19J
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C
5.3×10−19J
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D
3.2×10−19Js
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Solution
The correct option is B2.1×10−19J K.E.max=incident energy - work function =hγ−3.2×10−19 =6.63×10−34×8×1014−3.2×10−19 =5.3×10−19−3.2×10−19 =2.1×10−19J.