Photo electric effect can only be explained by assuming that light:

is a form of transverse waves

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is a form of longitudinal waves

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can be polarized

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consists of quanta

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Solution

The correct option is B consists of quanta
Photo electric effect assumes that light consists of discrete particles known as quanta, which hit the surface and eject electrons out of it.

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