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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

Light of frequency \( \nu \) falls on a metal whose work function is \( h\nu_0 \). Choose the most appropriate condition from the following under which the photoelectric effect will take place.

  1. A \( \nu \ge \nu_0 \)
  2. B \( \nu < \nu_0 \)
  3. C \( \nu > 200\nu_0 \)
  4. D \( \nu < 0.5\nu_0 \)
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(A) \( \nu \ge \nu_0 \)

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For the photoelectric effect to occur, the energy of the incident photon ( \(h v\) ) must be greater than or equal to the metal's work function \(\left(h v_0\right)\). Therefore, the incident frequency \(\nu\) must reach or exceed the threshold frequency \(v_0\) to eject an…