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The work function of a metal is in the range of 2 eV to 5 eV. Find which of the following wavelength of light cannot be used for photoelectric effect. (Consider, Planck's constant `=4xx10^(-15)" eV - s, velocity of light "=3xx10^(8)ms^(-1))`

A

510 nm

B

650 nm

C

400 nm

D

570 nm

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