The photoelectric work function of a metal is $1 \ eV$. Light of wavelength $\lambda = 3000 \ \mathring{A}$ is incident on it. What will be the velocity of the emitted photoelectrons?

  • A
    $10 \ m/s$
  • B
    $10^2 \ m/s$
  • C
    $10^4 \ m/s$
  • D
    $10^6 \ m/s$

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