Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
Which of the following statements about the dual nature of matter and radiation is correct?
A
Light exhibits both wave and particle properties, as demonstrated by the photoelectric effect.
B
Electrons can only be emitted from a metal surface through thermionic emission.
C
The energy of a photon is independent of its frequency.
D
The photoelectric effect occurs only with high-energy X-rays.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Light demonstrates duality, exhibiting wave nature in phenomena like diffraction and particle nature through the photoelectric effect, where photons can eject electrons from metals when the frequency is above the threshold.
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