Physics-Photoelectric Effect

NEET Physics Photoelectric Effect MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

In a photoelectric effect experiment, if the frequency of the incident radiation is doubled while keeping the intensity constant, how does the maximum kinetic energy (K_max) of the emitted photoelectrons change?

A

K_max doubles.

B

K_max remains the same.

C

K_max increases but does not double.

D

K_max decreases.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, K_max depends linearly on the frequency of the incident radiation (Eq. 11.2). Therefore, doubling the frequency increases K_max, but it doesn't necessarily double it.

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