In aphotoelectric effect experiment, light of frequencyl.15×105 Hz strikes a metal surface and electrons are emitted immediately. The work function of the metal is 2.3 eV. Calculate the (a) threshold frequency of the metal. (b) maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons. (c) stopping potential of the photoelectrons.

In aphotoelectric effect experiment, light of frequencyl.15×105 Hz strikes a metal surface and electrons are emitted immediately. The work function of the metal is 2.3 eV. Calculate the (a) threshold frequency of the metal. (b) maximum kinetic energy of the photoelectrons. (c) stopping potential of the photoelectrons.

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