Physics-Photoelectric Effect

NEET Physics Photoelectric Effect MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12

If the frequency of incident light on a caesium metal surface is 6 × 10^14 Hz and the work function is 2.14 eV, what is the maximum kinetic energy of the emitted electrons?

A

37 eV

B

23 eV

C

40 eV

D

16 eV

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The maximum kinetic energy (K_max) is calculated using Einstein’s photoelectric equation: K_max = h*f - φ, where h is Planck's constant, f is the frequency of incident light, and φ is the work function. Here, K_max = (6.626 × 10^-34 J s * 6 × 10^14 Hz) - 2.14 eV = 2.37 eV.

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