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The work function for metals `A , B` and `C` are respectively `1.92 eV , 2.0 eV` and `5 eV`. According to Einstein's equation , the metals which will emit photoelectrons for a radiation of wavelength `4100 Å` are

A

None of these

B

A only

C

A and B only

D

All the three metals.

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To solve the problem, we need to determine which metals (A, B, or C) will emit photoelectrons when exposed to radiation of a specific wavelength (4100 Å). We will use Einstein's photoelectric equation to find the energy of the incident radiation and compare it with the work functions of the metals. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Convert Wavelength to Energy**: We use the formula for the energy of a photon: \[ E = \frac{12400}{\lambda} \] where \(E\) is the energy in electron volts (eV) and \(\lambda\) is the wavelength in angstroms (Å). 2. **Substitute the Given Wavelength**: Given that \(\lambda = 4100 \, \text{Å}\): \[ E = \frac{12400}{4100} \] 3. **Calculate the Energy**: Performing the calculation: \[ E = \frac{12400}{4100} \approx 3.02 \, \text{eV} \] 4. **Compare with Work Functions**: The work functions for metals A, B, and C are: - Metal A: \( \phi_A = 1.92 \, \text{eV} \) - Metal B: \( \phi_B = 2.0 \, \text{eV} \) - Metal C: \( \phi_C = 5 \, \text{eV} \) We compare the energy of the incident radiation \(E \approx 3.02 \, \text{eV}\) with the work functions: - For Metal A: \(3.02 \, \text{eV} > 1.92 \, \text{eV}\) (Photoelectrons emitted) - For Metal B: \(3.02 \, \text{eV} > 2.0 \, \text{eV}\) (Photoelectrons emitted) - For Metal C: \(3.02 \, \text{eV} < 5 \, \text{eV}\) (No photoelectrons emitted) 5. **Conclusion**: Metals A and B will emit photoelectrons when exposed to the radiation of wavelength 4100 Å, while Metal C will not. ### Final Answer: The metals which will emit photoelectrons for the radiation of wavelength 4100 Å are **A and B**. ---
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