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A metal's work function is 2.48 eV. Its threshold wavelength is about
A620 nm
B400 nm
C248 nm
D500 nm
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 500 nm
Threshold wavelength = hc / work function = 1240 eV nm / 2.48 eV = 500 nm.
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