The statement that is TRUE for the threshold frequency in a photoelectric effect is that it is
Correct answer: D. different for different types of materials.
- A. same for all types of materials.
- B. different for same types of materials.
- C. less than zero for all types of materials.
- D. different for different types of materials.
Explanation
The threshold frequency (\(f_{0}\)) is the minimum frequency of incident light required to cause the emission of electrons from a metal surface in the photoelectric effect. This frequency is directly related to the work function (\(\phi \)) of the material by the equation \(\phi =hf_{0}\), where \(h\) is Planck's constant. Since the work function is a characteristic property that varies from one material to another, the threshold frequency also varies for different types of materials.
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