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Find the frequency of light which ejects electrons from a metal surface. Fully stopped by a retarding potential of `3 V`, the photoelectric effect begins in this metal at a frequency of `6xx10^(14)Hz`. Find the work function for this metal. (Given `h=6.63xx10^(-34)Js`).

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To solve the problem, we need to find the work function of the metal using the information provided about the stopping potential and the threshold frequency. Let's break down the steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Photoelectric Effect Equation The photoelectric effect is described by the equation: \[ E = W + K_{\text{max}} \] where: - \( E \) is the energy of the incident photons, - \( W \) is the work function of the metal, ...
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  • Electrons ejected from the surface of a metal, when light of certain frequency is incident on it, are stopped fully by a retarding potential of 3 volts. Photo electric effect in this metallic surface begains at a frequency 6xx10^(14)s^(-1) . The frequency of the incident light in s^(-1) is [h=6 x10^(-34) J-sec , charge on the electron = 1.6xx10^(-19)C ]

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