Photoelectric effect can be explained by assuming that light ___________.

can be polarised

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consist of quanta

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is a form of transverse wave

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is a form of longitudinal wave

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Solution

The correct option is B consist of quanta
Photoelectric effect can be explained by assuming light consisting of quanta that when a photon of certain energy falls on the surface of metal, then metal surface starts to emit electron known as photo electrons.

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