Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Question:

A metallic surface ejects photoelectrons when hit by green light but none when hit by yellow light. Will the electrons be ejected if the same surface is hit by red light ?

Options:

Yes

Yes, if the red beam is sufficiently intense

Yes, if the red beam is allowed to fall for sufficient duration

No

Correct Answer:

No

Explanation:

*Green is a threshold of metal

So it is not possible from red light.