Concept explainers
(a)
The threshold wavelength for photoemission.
(a)
Answer to Problem 27E
Thethreshold wavelength is
Explanation of Solution
Given that the work function is
Write the expression for the work function in terms of the threshold wavelength.
Here,
Solve Equation (I) for
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, the threshold wavelengthis
(b)
The maximum kinetic energy of the emitted electrons.
(b)
Answer to Problem 27E
The maximum kinetic energy of the emitted electrons is
Explanation of Solution
Given that the wavelength of ultraviolet light is
Write the expression for the maximum kinetic energy of the ejected electrons.
Here,
Write the expression relating energy,
Here,
Use Equation (IV) in (III).
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, the maximum kinetic energy of the emitted electrons is
(c)
The stopping potential.
(c)
Answer to Problem 27E
The stopping potentialis
Explanation of Solution
Write the expression for Einstein’s photoelectric equation.
Here,
Write the expression for frequency.
Use Equation (VII) in (VI) and solve for
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, the stopping potentialis
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