The work functions for metals A, B and C are respectively 1.92 eV, 2.0 eV and 5 eV. According to Einstein's equation the metals which will emit photoelectrons for a radiation of wavelength 4100 A is/are
- A only
- A and B only
- all the three metals
- none
Answer
(2) A and B only
Solution
Energy of the incident photon:
E = hc = 12400 eV A4100 A
3.02 eV
Photoemission occurs only when E 0 (work function),
A: 0 = 1.92 eV < 3.02 eV ⇒ emits
B: 0 = 2.0 eV < 3.02 eV ⇒ emits
C: 0 = 5 eV > 3.02 eV ⇒ no emission
Only metals A and B emit photoelectrons.
Answer: (2)