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The kinetic energies of the photoelectrons ejected from a metal surface by light of wavelength `2000 Å` range from zero to `3.2 xx 10^(-19)` Joule. Then find the stopping potential (in V).

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To find the stopping potential (V) for the photoelectrons ejected from a metal surface by light of wavelength 2000 Å, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the relationship between kinetic energy and stopping potential The maximum kinetic energy (KE_max) of the photoelectrons can be expressed in terms of the stopping potential (V) using the equation: \[ KE_{max} = qV \] where: - \( KE_{max} \) is the maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons, - \( q \) is the charge of the electron (approximately \( 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \) Coulombs), - \( V \) is the stopping potential in volts. ### Step 2: Substitute the known values From the problem, we know: \[ KE_{max} = 3.2 \times 10^{-19} \text{ Joules} \] Now, substituting the known values into the equation: \[ 3.2 \times 10^{-19} = (1.6 \times 10^{-19}) \cdot V \] ### Step 3: Solve for the stopping potential (V) To find V, we can rearrange the equation: \[ V = \frac{KE_{max}}{q} \] Substituting the values: \[ V = \frac{3.2 \times 10^{-19}}{1.6 \times 10^{-19}} \] ### Step 4: Calculate the value of V Now, perform the division: \[ V = \frac{3.2}{1.6} = 2 \text{ Volts} \] ### Final Answer The stopping potential is \( V = 2 \text{ Volts} \). ---
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