Which theory of light can explain the photoelectric effect?

  • A
    As transverse waves
  • B
    As longitudinal waves
  • C
    Can be polarized
  • D
    As quantum theory

Explore More

Similar Questions

When the wavelength of incident radiation on a metal surface is reduced from $\lambda_1$ to $\lambda_2$,the kinetic energy of the emitted photoelectrons is tripled. Find the work function of the metal. [$h =$ Planck's constant,$c =$ velocity of light]

The photoelectric threshold wavelength for potassium (work function being $2 \ eV$) is ........... $nm$.

Light of frequency $4\nu_0$ is incident on a metal surface with threshold frequency $\nu_0$. The maximum kinetic energy of the emitted photoelectrons is:

The stopping potential $V_0$ (in $volt$) as a function of frequency $(\nu)$ for a sodium emitter is shown in the figure. The work function of sodium,from the data plotted in the figure,will be: ................. $eV$
(Given: Planck's constant $(h) = 6.63 \times 10^{-34} \, Js$,electron charge $e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \, C$)

$A$ point source of light is used in a photoelectric effect. If the source is moved farther from the emitting metal, the stopping potential:

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo