Q.

The work function of a metal is 4.2 eV. If radiations of 2000A0 fall on the metal, then the kinetic energy of the fastest photoelectron is:

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a

3.2×1019J

b

16×1010J

c

1.6×1019J

d

6.4×1010J

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

KE=(Energy of radiation – Work function)           =(h×cλ4.2)
=(6.6×1034×3×1082000×1010)(4.2×1.602×1019)=(9.9×1019)(6.7×1019)=3.2×1019J

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