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Light of frequency ν=5ν0 falls on a certain metal, then maximum velocity of electrons emitted is 8×106 m/s where ν0 is threshold frequency of metal. If ν=2ν0, then the maximum velocity of photoelectrons will be

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4×106 m/s
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3×106 m/s
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2×106 m/s
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1×106 m/s
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Solution

The correct option is A 4×106 m/s
Maximum kinetic energy depends upon frequency and work function.
K1=h(5ν0ν0)K2=h(2ν0ν0)

Ratio of kinetic energy max is 4:1.
Hence speed is in ratio of 2:1.

New speed = 4×106 m/s

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