Question
Question: The work function of a metal is 4.0 eV. If the metal is irradiated with radiation of wavelength 200 ...
The work function of a metal is 4.0 eV. If the metal is irradiated with radiation of wavelength 200 nm, then the maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons would be about
A
6.4 × 10–19 J
B
3.5 × 10–19 J
C
1.0 × 10–18 J
D
2.0 × 10–19 J
Answer
3.5 × 10–19 J
Explanation
Solution
w0 = 4eV = 6.4 × 10–19 J,
l = 200 nm = 2 × 10–7 m
KE = hc (λ1−λ01)
= λhc – w0