Compute the threshold wavelength, Physics

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Q. The work function of a metal surface is 1.8 eV. Compute the threshold wavelength.

 Work function W = hγo = h C / λ 0

λ 0 = h C / W

= 6.626 X 10-34 X 3 X 10 8 / 1.8 X 1.6 X 10 -19

= (19.878 / 2.88) X 10-7 m

= 6.902 X 10-7 m


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