Physics-Photoelectric Effect
NEET Physics Photoelectric Effect Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12
Assertion (A): The photoelectric emission is an instantaneous process. | Reason (R): The energy required for electron emission can be supplied by irradiating the metal with light of suitable frequency.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false but R is true.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The photoelectric effect is indeed instantaneous, and while the reason states a true method of supplying energy, it does not explain the instantaneous nature of the emission.
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