NEET Physics Photoelectric Effect MCQ Question
What was the outcome of Millikan's experiments on the photoelectric effect conducted between 1906 and 1916?
He proved the validity of Einstein's photoelectric equation.
He disproved Einstein's photoelectric equation.
He established the independence of photoelectric effect from light intensity.
He discovered the existence of light quanta.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Millikan aimed to disprove Einstein's photoelectric equation but instead proved its validity by measuring the slope for sodium and determining Planck's constant, which agreed with prior values.
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