When a metal surface is illuminated by light of wavelengths 400 nm and 250 nm, the maximum velocities of the photoelectlons ejected are v and 2v respectively. The work function of the metal is (h : Planck's constant, c : velocity of light in air)
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a
2hc×106J
b
1.5hc×106J
c
hc×106J
d
0.5hc×106J
answer is A.
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By using hcλ=Wo+12mv2⇒hc400×10−9=Wo+12mv2 . . . . iand hc250×10−9=Wo+12m2v2 . . iion solving i and ii12mv2−hc31250×10−9−1400×10−9 . iiiFrom equation i and iii, Wo=2hc×106J.