When ultraviolet radiation of a certain frequency falls on a potassium target,the photoelectrons released can be stopped completely by a retarding potential of $0.6 \, V$. If the frequency of the radiation is increased by $10 \%$,this stopping potential rises to $0.9 \, V$. The work function of potassium is ........ $eV$.

  • A
    $2.0$
  • B
    $2.4$
  • C
    $3.0$
  • D
    $2.8$

Explore More

Similar Questions

The work function of a metal is $1.6 \ eV$. What is the maximum wavelength of light in $\mathring{A}$ that can cause photoelectric emission from this metal? $(h = 6.6 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s, c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s, 1 \ eV = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ J)$

Light of frequency $v$ is incident on a certain photoelectric material with a threshold frequency $v_0$. What is the work function for the material?

When a certain metal surface is illuminated with light of frequency $v$,the stopping potential for photoelectric current is $V_{0}$. When the same surface is illuminated by light of frequency $\frac{v}{2}$,the stopping potential is $\frac{V_{0}}{4}$. The threshold frequency for photoelectric emission is:

The study of photoelectric effect is useful in understanding

Radiation $p$ with wavelength $6561 \; \mathring{A}$ falls on a metal surface to produce photoelectrons. The electrons are made to enter a uniform magnetic field of $3 \times 10^{-4} \; T$. If the radius of the largest circular path followed by the electrons is $10 \; mm$,the work function of the metal is close to ............... $eV$.

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