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Photoelectric effect is described as the ejection of electrons from the surface of a metal when:

A

it is heated to a high temperature.

B

electrons of suitable velocity are incident on it.

C

light of suitable wavelength falls on it.

D

it is placed in a strong magnetic field.

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