The photoelectric work function of potassium is 2 eV. What potential difference would be applied between a potassium surface and the collector in order to just prevent the collection of electrons when the surface is illuminated by 350 nm? A.  154 V  B.  15.4 V  C.  0.154 V  D.  1.54 V

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The photoelectric work function of potassium is 2 eV. What potential difference would be applied between a potassium surface and the collector in order to just prevent the collection of electrons when the surface is illuminated by 350 nm?

  • A. 

    154 V

  •  B. 

    15.4 V

  •  C. 

    0.154 V

  •  D. 

    1.54 V

 

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