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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Question:
What is work function?
Options:
The maximum amount of energy required to extract an electron from the metal surface.
The minimum amount of energy required to extract an electron from the metal surface.
Any amount of energy required to extract an electron from the metal surface.
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Correct Answer:
The minimum amount of energy required to extract an electron from the metal surface.
Explanation:
The minimum energy required by an electron to escape from the metal surface is called the work function of the metal.