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In a photoelectric experiment, if stopping potential is applied, then photocurrent becomes zero. This means that:

A

the emission of photoelectrons is stopped

B

the photoelectrons are emitted but are reabsorbed by the emitter metal

C

the photoelectrons are accumulated near the collector plate

D

the photoelectrons are dispersed from the sides of the apparatus.

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  • In photoelectric effect, stopping potential depends on

    A
    frequency of incident light
    B
    nature of the emitter material
    C
    intensity of incident light
    D
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  • At stopping potential, the photo electric current becomes

    A
    Minimum
    B
    Maximum
    C
    Zero
    D
    Infinity

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    A
    A and B will have different intensities while B and C will have different frequencies.
    B
    B and C will have different intensities while A and C will have different frequencies.
    C
    A and B will have different intensities while A and C will have different frequencies.
    D
    A and B will have equal intensities while B and C will have different frequencies.

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