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Question: A metallic surface ejects photoelectrons when hit by green light but none when hit by yellow light. ...

A metallic surface ejects photoelectrons when hit by green light but none when hit by yellow light. Will the electrons be ejected if the same surface is hit by red light?

A

Yes

B

Yes, if the red beam is sufficient intense

C

Yes, if the red beam is allowed to fall for sufficient duration

D

No

Answer

No

Explanation

Solution

λR > λY > λg

ER < EY < Eg

So electrons will not be emitted.