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The work function of sodium is 2.3 eV. Calculate the maximum wavelength for the light that will cause photoelectrons to be emitted from sodium.

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  11. Define threshold wave length.

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  12. Can X -rays show photo electric effect with visible light, if yes why?

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  13. Which photon is more energetic: A red one or violet one?

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  14. Define work function.

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  15. Define stopping potential.

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  17. Define thresold frequency for photoelectric emiision.

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  18. Define stopping potential.

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  19. Write Einsteins's photoelectric equation.

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  20. Write down the relation between energy and momentum of photon.

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