Einstein's photoelectric equation is $E_k = hf - \phi_0$. In this equation,$E_k$ represents ...........

  • A
    Kinetic energy of all emitted electrons
  • B
    Average kinetic energy of all emitted electrons
  • C
    Maximum kinetic energy of emitted electrons
  • D
    Minimum kinetic energy of emitted electrons

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